Why is Vladimir Putin sending troops to Africa? After years of using a secretive military company to train violent African regimes, Russian forces are stepping out of the shadows and consolidating Mr Putin’s influence in the region econ.st/4m8Sssn | The Economist

President Putin pledges comprehensive Russian support to African countries following diplomatic engagements in Sochi over the weekend. African leaders at COP29 in Azerbaijan are pushing for equitable climate financing and support. #DWAfrica #russia #africa | DW Africa

Senegalese President and Leader of the African Union Macky Sall had a sit down with Russian President Vladimir Putin where he highlighted the impact of the war in Ukraine on Africa during which Putin re-affirmed Russian ties to Africa and argued Western sanctions are the reason Africa and the rest of the world are feeling the heat. | VOA Africa