Russia is growing its strategic influence in Africa, here’s how the country is doing this
There was a strong Russian influence in Africa during the heyday of the Soviet Union. Russia is gradually increasing its influence in Africa through strategic investment in energy and minerals. Increasingly, the pressing question is: is the relationship between China and Africa as good for Africa as it is for China? Military influence and diplomacyRussia is the second largest exporter of arms globally, and a major supplier to African states. Russia, Africa and the futureBoth Russia and China are keen to play a future role in Africa.
Source: The North Africa Journal February 08, 2019 12:00 UTC
