Wagner Group's Gold Trade in Africa: Investigation by Transparency International Russia
The Russian mercenary Wagner Group has established a vast network in Africa to exploit natural resources by supporting authoritarian regimes in the Central African Republic, Sudan, and Mali. These mercenaries maintain operations through violence, political manipulation, and alliances with local elites.
ti-russia.org03 July 2025
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Russia’s Playbook: How Local-Language Narratives Shape Influence in West Africa: Research by DAIDAC
Russian campaigns in West Africa use Hausa and other local languages to spread pro-Kremlin content across digital platforms. They deploy Pan-African imagery and anti-Western messaging to connect with regional audiences. Publications such as Damagaram Post circulate sensationalised stories praising Putin, while "Russian Houses" reinforce these narratives through cultural programmes and media training.
thecjid.org11 March 2025
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Russian Orthodox Church Interference in African Geopolitics: Findings by African Digital Democracy Observatory
The Russian Orthodox Church is expanding its influence across Africa. These efforts serve as a soft-power strategy to promote Russian geopolitical interests by embedding the ROC within African communities culturally, linguistically, and spiritually.
disinfo.africa28 February 2025
ProjectNexus: Cross-Border Center for Investigative Reporting
NEXUS is a cross-border initiative using investigative journalism to counter Kremlin influence globally. The programme supports journalists and civil society in exposing disinformation, coercion, and interference.
Read more25 January 2024