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MILITARYSep 18Russia announces chilling expansion of army across 6 African countriesRussia's defense ministry is expanding the presence of troops in Africa, while its allies across the continent continue to fight off insurgent rebel groups.express · united states of america
WORLDSep 17Nwabali returns as Chelle names Super Eagles squads for AFCON qualifiers, Russia friendlyChelle named a 24-man squad on Thursday for Nigeria’s opening two Group L fixtures, with captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon included The post Nwabali returns as Chelle names Super Eagles squads for AFCON qualifiers, Russia friendly appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDSep 17Chelle Names Separate Squads For Super Eagles’ AFCON Qualifiers, Russia FriendlyThe Nigeria Football Federation released the selections on Thursday, with Nigeria scheduled to play Madagascar on September 25 and Guinea-Bissau four days later on September 29. The post Chelle Names Separate Squads For Super Eagles’ AFCON Qualifiers, Russia Friendly appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSSep 17Moscow turns to Africa as "Russian Houses" close in EuropeCette annonce intervient une semaine après que l'Allemagne a annoncé la fermeture de la Maison russe de Berlin, reprochant à Moscou un incident impliquant un drone à l'aéroport de Leipzig/Halle.BBC Afrique
CONFLICTSep 17Russia attacks Tanzania-flagged vessel bound for Ukrainian port, captain killed, three injuredUkrinform [en]
WORLDSep 16Russia-Africa ties: Moscow's growing influence in AfricaThe third Russia-Africa Summit is due to bring African leaders to Moscow at the end of October, as ties between Russia and the continent continue to grow. The Kremlin has sought to expand its influence in Africa amid its isolation from the US and Europe, while African governments have pursued closer economic, diplomatic and security ties with Moscow. Russia has also sought to draw African recruits into its war in Ukraine. Four years after the invasion, Kyiv estimates that around 3,000 Africans have ended up fighting for Moscow on the front lines. We discuss Russia's growing ties with Africa anFrance 24 [en]
WORLDSep 15Benin, the unexpected guest at Lionel Messi's farewell: a coach who troubled him in Russia 2018 and the dream of playing in a World CupLos Guepardos ocupan el puesto 93 del ranking FIFA y estarán el 6 de octubre en el Monumental.Nunca estuvieron en una Copa del Mundo, aunque en 2026 quedaron muy cerca.Clarín
CONFLICTSep 15Russian war, African recruitsIn tonight's programme, thousands of Africans end up amidst the war in Ukraine fighting or working on behalf of the Kremlin. We speak to a journalist who just got back from Ukraine. Also, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the C64 opposition coalition held a demonstration in the capital Kinshasa. And finally, Kenya's celebrating a stellar athletics victory as the country beats London in the race to host the 2029 World Championships.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 15Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia paymentEx-Chelsea and Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o faces a probe over allegations of embezzlement in his Cameroon FA role.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDSep 15Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia paymentThe Association of Amateur Football Clubs of Cameroon (ACFAC) has called for a probe into the Cameroonian Football Federation and its chief Samuel Eto'o over media reports of alleged graft. The post Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia payment appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 14Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on RussiaAl Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTSep 12Ukraine is fighting Russia anywhere it can – even in the deserts of Africakesq.com · United States
CONFLICTSep 12Ukraine is fighting Russia anywhere it can – even in the deserts of Africacnn.com · United States
POLITICSSep 11In Africa, Russian and Emirati propaganda boosted by American AIUn rapport d’Anthropic, géant américain de l’intelligence artificielle (IA), documente plusieurs usages de Claude, son assistant conversationnel, dans le cadre d’opérations de propagande sur le continent africain. Explications.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 10Russia plans to open more cultural centers in Africa as part of its strategy to expand its influenceCes centres auront pour vocation de promouvoir la langue, l'éducation, la science et la culture russes.BBC Afrique
WORLDSep 8Int’l friendly: Nigeria to face Russia in Nizhny Novgorod Oct 6Nigeria and Russia will clash for the second time in 16 months when both teams face off in an international friendly inside the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday, 6th October 2026, as confirmed by Nigeria’s FIFA Match Agent, Jairo Pachon of Eurodatasports. Both teams played out a 1-1 draw in another friendly inside Moscow’s Luzhniki […] The post Int’l friendly: Nigeria to face Russia in Nizhny Novgorod Oct 6 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 8Madhya Pradesh Eyes Global Investment : CM Mohan Yadav Meets UAE , Russia & Ethiopia Leaders During Dubai TourMadhya Pradesh's Chief Minister, Mohan Yadav, met with leaders from UAE, Russia, and Ethiopia during a Dubai tour to attract global investment. This initiative aims to foster economic growth and international business relations for the Indian state.freepressjournal.in · India
MILITARYSep 7Is Russia more effective at protecting its allies than fighting its enemies in West Africa?Les forces russes ont été déployées pour aider à vaincre les djihadistes, mais elles assurent également la protection des responsables militaires au Niger.BBC Afrique
POLITICSSep 3How Russia is trying to attract African studentsAs Russia deepens ties with African nations seeking to distance themselves from Western influence, academic diplomacy is emerging as a key tool in Moscow's foreign policy.DW News [en]
MILITARYSep 3Russia’s Road to El DoradoAs a new convoy of Russian armored vehicles arrives from the port of Lomé to support Russia’s Africa Corps deployment in Mali, that mission has entered its fifth year. Russia’s investment of blood and treasure urgently demands a return, but what could this return be? What is the Russian end goal in Mali?When the Wagner Group, Africa Corps’ predecessor, entered Mali in December 2021, it was pursuing a resources-for-security deal like the one it had achieved in the Central African Republic. Along with my co-authors Chris Faulkner and Colin Clarke in our book, Moscow’War on the Rocks
CONFLICTSep 1"Bring back our sons and brothers": In Cameroon, civil society denounces recruitment by the Russian armyLe Cameroun est l’un des pays africains les plus touchés par le recrutement, par la Russie, de jeunes hommes envoyés sur le front en Ukraine. Un collectif citoyen réclame transparence et action diplomatique.Jeune Afrique
CONFLICTSep 1Niger's thwarted mutiny highlights junta's dependence on RussiaFrance 24 [en]
MILITARYAug 31Deceived and deployed: How young Cameroonians end up fighting in Russia's war in UkraineAnalysts say economic desperation and fraudulent recruitment schemes are funneling Cameroonian youth into the Russian military — with deadly consequences.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 31Niger: Failed coup exposes junta's weakness — and Russia's influenceThe failed coup in Niger brings deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadist attacks, poor equipment and little pay.DW News [en]