The U.S will be willing to do the same at this time because it:
The United States like every other strong nation is interested in forming allies. This is especially useful in difficult times like wars.
The most probable reason for the United States to forgive the debts owed them by African nations will be because they want goodwill with these nations and also wish to have them as allies.
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