Russia’s crusade against neocolonialism in Africa: Fact or fiction?
By France24
18 May 2023 |
10:51 am
In a push evocative of the Soviet Union's efforts to bring Africa into its sphere of influence, the Kremlin has stepped up its presence across the African continent in recent years. From military campaigns to involvement in domestic politics, few African nations have been spared Moscow's interest.
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