New Strategy Eyed For Sub-Saharan Africa

The White House has announced a new U.S. strategy for sub-Saharan Africa, the BBC reports.

The U.S. will develop preferential trade agreements with African countries, while continuing to fight Al-Qaida and its affiliates, said a White House statement on Thursday.

The Obama administration said it has also begun to reach out to try to match U.S. and African companies for business opportunities.

"As we look toward the future, it is clear that Africa is more important than ever...