RUSSIA–AFRICA ENGAGEMENT
Russia's diplomatic, economic and military outreach to African nations through summits, partnerships, and bilateral ties.
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Rosatom advances Rwanda nuclear power plans
RTJun 30, 2026, 02:06 PM
Russia and Rwanda have signed a roadmap to develop a small modular nuclear reactor project, with Russian state firm Rosatom advancing its nuclear power plans in the African country. The deal reflects Moscow's expanding nuclear energy footprint in Africa.
Foreign sponsors behind Niger airport attack – Sahel alliance
RTJun 22, 2026, 02:00 PM
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) — comprising Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso — accused foreign state sponsors of orchestrating the attack on an airport in Niger. The accusation points toward Western-aligned countries, reflecting ongoing tensions between the military juntas and their former French and Western allies. The attack and its alleged foreign backing underscore the volatile security environment in the Sahel region.