Ukraine is opening a new front in its struggle against Russian influence: Africa. From grain shipments to diplomatic missions, Kyiv is challenging Moscow’s long-standing networks across the continent. But Russia’s head start, propaganda reach and military footprint still give it the edge. In this episode of Eastern Express, we explore how Ukraine’s African strategy is reshaping global alliances and why the battles for influence in Bamako or Khartoum may prove just as consequential as the one in Bakhmut.
