Putin courts 22 African leaders with grain and investment promises while attacking the West
Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a fresh attempt to expand Moscow’s economic influence in Africa, promising grain, technology and infrastructure partnerships while accusing Western countries of exploiting the continent.
By Ayodeji AdegboyegaSouth Africa
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Russian President Vladimir Putin gives a speech during the Russia-Africa economic and humanitarian forum at the Gostiny Dvor conference centre in central Moscow, Russia, October 28, 2026. Igor Ivanko/Pool via REUTERS
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- October 29, 2026
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- Ayodeji Adegboyega
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