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Russia in Africa: from Minority to Majority
This article analyzes the current stage of Russia-Africa relations in the run-up to the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit, focusing on the main achievements of recent years, the risks that may limit further progress, and the opportunities for building a more sustainable partnership. It argues that-although Russia has expanded political dialogue with African states, strengthened diplomatic and institutional engagement, and increased trade-Russia’s practical interaction with Africa remains vulnerable because of weak institutionalization, uneven project implementation, and lack of clearly defined strategic priorities. The article calls for a more selective approach to African partners and deeper engagement with states that possess greater regional influence, political stability, and economic capacity. It also argues that a pragmatic and durable Russian strategy in Africa should prioritize cooperation in certain sectors: agriculture; food, energy, digital, and information security; and education and knowledge-sharing.