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The 'official' aim of the summit? More investment in Africa, and more trade – a promise that was already made in 2019. It did not materialize. What did? More instability in countries where Russia is already present. (11/11)
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President Putin wants to dominate the summit with “positive news;” extending his arm to Africa. But it’s unclear how serious he is, and what he expects in return. (10/11)
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So Russia does what it can to appear as a “savior” to African countries struggling with hunger, drought, and political/economic insecurities. President Putin has already announced free grain to six countries: Mali, Burkina Faso, CAR, Zimbabwe, Somalia, and Eritrea. (7/11)
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The more isolated it becomes with its ongoing war in Ukraine, the more it is in need of new allies. Africa has one the largest voting blocks in the General Assembly. And those votes are valuable. (6/11)
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South African president Cyril Ramaphosa seen here, is at the summit while also telling Putin last month that the war in Ukraine must end. (4/11)
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40+ African heads of states took part in the summit in 2019. This time, it’s down to 17. Africa is divided with regard to their position on the war in Ukraine. (3/11)
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Today and tomorrow there is a potentially game-changing geo-political summit – the #RussianAfricaSummit in St. Petersburg – taking place at a crucial time. The grain deal is dead and Russia is in desperate need of new allies … A 🧵: (1/11)
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On #77Percent @Edith_kimani explores the role of tradition in the lives of young people in Africa. How are South African spiritualists changing the image of traditional healing? And: Embark on a journey with the revered Yoruba king, the Ooni of Ife. 👇p.dw.com/p/4Tlmc
As a #DWAmbassador, I want to talk about #visainequality. The other day my friends and I were talking about the visa application process for Africans to countries outside the continent. One had spent over $1000 for a 5yr expedited visa to the UK! And there’s more! A 🧵: (1/10)
And even in Africa, where you’d think it’d be easier … A 2022 visa openness report shows that for 47% of intra-Africa travel, African citizens are still required to obtain a visa before traveling. Here is a breakdown. (9/10)
And I haven't even gotten to some of the questions asked during visa interviews. I've heard of some pretty weird ones. Have any to share? We might not be able to fix #visainequality right here right now, but we can surely make each other feel better.