Newly released US government files detail Jeffrey Epstein's extensive influence network in Africa, revealing close ties with powerful figures in Senegal and Ivory Coast.

• Epstein maintained a close relationship with Karim Wade, son of former Senegalese president Abdoulaye Wade, discussing investment projects and even offering his Florida home after Wade's fortunes reversed.
• The files also show Epstein's connection to Nina Keita, niece of Ivorian president Alassane Ouattara, who acted as an intermediary and allegedly connected him with women.
• Financial ties are evident, with Epstein's companies potentially covering at least $50,000 in lobbying fees and sending invoices totaling $1 million to one of Epstein's companies on behalf of Karim Wade after his 2013 arrest.