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Russia's influence surges among African youth, surpassing France

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A recent survey indicates a significant rise in Russia's influence among young Africans, with 54% viewing Moscow as influential. This figure surpasses that of France, a former colonial power, though China remains the most influential nation. The findings, part of the African Youth Survey by the Ichikowitz Family Foundation, involved 4,901 respondents across 16 African countries. AI

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Russia's influence surges among African youth, surpassing France

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Dulue Mbachu ·

    Russia surpasses France in African youth appeal, still trails China: survey

    Russia’s influence has surged among young people across Africa in recent years, leaping over former colonial power France while still trailing China, a survey of African youths has found. Many young Africans now perceive Russia to be an ally, observers said, warning its rivals to…

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