The Kremlin’s aggressive push into Africa has dominated headlines in recent years, with high-profile defence deals, private military deployments, and sweeping mining agreements dominating the narrative. Yet behind the bold diplomatic posturing and vaunted claims of sovereign partnership lies a stark reality: Russia’s economic footprint on the continent is far smaller than its ambitions suggest, sparking growing debate about the true cost of Moscow’s African engagements and what comes next. Behind the rhetoric: how far does Russia’s economic clout really go? To assess Russia’s role on the continent, it’s essential…
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