How did the US and USSR view the disputes in Africa?

First it wanted a lasting presence on the continent, including port facilities in the Indian Ocean. Second it wanted to gain a voice in African affairs, primarily by supporting local communist parties, and providing economic and military aid to the governments. Third it wanted to undermine Western/NATO influence.

Explanation:

payments were made after the 1940s.

in the 1980s, a commission held investigations and made recommendations.

it was douglas macarthur..