World Politics Review published on 3 June 2024 an article titled "Russia's Position in Africa Isn't as Strong as It Looks" by Duncan Money, historian and researcher, and Tycho Van Der Hoog, Netherlands Defense Academy.
The presence of Russian mercenary soldiers does not automatically translate into political influence. Russia is one player among many and the focus on Russian influence does not take into account African agency. In addition, Russian gold extraction from Africa may be wildly exaggerated.
