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His father arrived in the Soviet Union as a young African student. A chance meeting led to love, a family and a future in Russia. Born in Rostov-on-Don, Victor Keyru went on to represent Russia at the 2008 Olympics. He and his siblings share their family’s story, the barriers they faced in sport and what Russian identity means to them. RT’s Anastasia Volodina also explores Victor’s plans to bring...

On the sidelines of the Russia-Africa summit, RT's correspondent Noluvuyo Kunge had a chance to speak exclusively with the foreign minister of Rwanda, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe.

His father arrived in the Soviet Union as a young African student. A chance meeting led to love, a family and a future in Russia. Born in Rostov-on-Don, Victor Keyru went on to represent Russia at the 2008 Olympics. He and his siblings share their family’s story, the barriers they faced in sport and what Russian identity means to them. RT’s Anastasia Volodina also explores Victor’s plans to bring...

ARPCE data expert Chancel Bonheur Mvoutou says partnerships with Russia are helping the Republic of Congo strengthen its independence, highlighting investment, development and education as key areas of cooperation.

African nations should pursue their own interests rather than follow Europe’s sanctions policy, says Yao Kouassi, a member of the Afro-Rus business consultancy. Speaking on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa summit, Kouassi calls for cooperation between Africa and Russia based on mutual benefit. He also highlights Africa’s natural resources, including gold and water, and explains why he sees it as...

Russia and Africa share an interconnected future, says Africa Unity NGO president Adam Ahmed Abdalla Ishaq. Speaking to RT on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Summit, he highlights Russian education programs that train young Africans to become specialists, discusses Moscow’s engagement with the continent and accuses Western powers of exploiting African resources.

African nations must unite and take control of their resources, says Kwesi Pratt, managing editor of Ghana’s Insight news outlet. Speaking on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa summit, Pratt argues that US dollar dominance enables Washington to dictate to other countries and that the existing financial system sustains Africa’s exploitation.

Energy cooperation holds the key to Africa’s industrial growth and youth employment, says Sierra Leone’s ambassador to Russia, Mohamed Yongawo. Speaking to RT on the sidelines of the Russia–Africa summit, Yongawo calls for practical projects that deliver sustainable, long-term energy solutions. He explains why reliable power must underpin progress in industry, agriculture and education — and why h...

Africa needs genuine partnerships that deliver mutual benefits, says Raymond Matlala, chairman of South Africa’s BRICS Youth Association. Speaking on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Media Forum, Matlala explains why he has little hope of an apology from Western countries over their exploitation of Africa. As the global order changes, he calls for friendly partners who support development in Afr...

For decades, the global perception of Africa has been shaped by Hollywood and Western newsrooms filtering the continent down to nothing but poverty and chaos. On the latest ‘Sanchez Effect’, veteran journalist Salim exposes how mainstream networks manufacture headlines from the inside, sharing his first-hand experience. Together, Rick and Salim dive into why the Western ‘cool guy’ image is failing...

Russian and African media representatives tackled those questions at the Russia–Africa Media Forum in Moscow, organized in cooperation with RT. The session, ‘How Global Majority Media Impact the World,’ explored Western media dominance, competing narratives about Africa, and the Global South’s role in shaping international coverage. RT correspondent Donald Courter reports from outside the Kremlin.

First tonight, all eyes on the all-important Israeli elections. What could it mean for politics here in the United States? America Now anchor Ben Swann breaks it down with comedian and political commentator Jimmy Dore. Also, UN-civilized conduct: U.S. ambassador to the UN clashes with the Cuban delegation right at the United Nations General Assembly, forcing the session to be suspended. Plus, Amer...

Anthropic, one of the biggest names in artificial intelligence, is heading to Wall Street in a landmark IPO. America Now anchor Ben Swann and President of Market Rithm Inc. Larry Ward discuss the growing questions about the company's true valuation. Plus, talk about preparing for the future. Humans are now getting paid to walk robotic dogs. America Now correspondent Olivia Flynn looks at whet...

Wode Maya was so worried about travelling to Russia that he decided to leave his family at home. Once in Moscow, the Ghanaian YouTuber says he encountered a country very different from the one he had imagined. Speaking with RT Africa correspondent Nulavu Kunge on the sidelines of the Russia–Africa Media Forum, Maya discusses the narratives that shaped his fears, the welcome he received and why Afr...

Speaking on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Media Forum, Zambian broadcaster and Diamond TV owner Costa Mwansa discusses equal partnership, opportunities for content creators and the importance of two-way storytelling.

Uralchem CEO Dmitry Konyaev says Russia’s share of fertilizer supplies to Africa has grown significantly since 2018, highlighting the need for greater fertilizer use, improved local logistics and modern agricultural technologies to boost crop yields.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov takes questions from African journalists in Moscow ahead of the third Russia-Africa summit, outlining Russia’s approach to industrial development, energy cooperation, education and security.

Ahead of the Russia–Africa summit in Moscow, Nikita Panin, an expert at HSE University’s Centre for African Studies, discusses the need for concrete joint projects, stronger African media networks and quality journalism in African languages. He also examines how Africa’s changing generations view colonial history—and why cooperation needs to focus on the present.

On the latest episode of ‘Sanchez Effect’ Kenya is tearing up the old geopolitical playbook. Rejecting Western pressure to pick sides, Kenyan prime cabinet secretary Musalia Mudavadi makes it clear: the “Silicon Savannah” answers only to its national interests, keeping its doors open to Russia, China, and the West alike. This isn’t just talk - it’s a high-stakes economic power play. Kenya is launc...

His father arrived in the Soviet Union as a young African student. A chance meeting led to love, a family and a future in Russia. Born in Rostov-on-Don, Viktor Keiru went on to represent Russia at the 2008 Olympics. He and his siblings share their family’s story, the barriers they faced in sport and what Russian identity means to them. RT’s Anastasia Volodina also explores Viktor’s plans to bring...

Elon Musk says Ukraine used Starlink for offensive drone strikes on Russia, a clear violation of the service. America Now anchor Ben Swann and author Scott Horton discuss what happens next. Plus, could someone or something be working behind the scenes to make sure the fighting between Ukraine and Russia never ends? We'll detail a new report pointing blame at the CIA. And finally, is this real...

America Now anchor Ben Swann and executive deputy directon of the Task Force on National and Homeland Security David Pyne discuss the Pentagon's preparations for a new war front, and how it's not going to be taking place overseas. Plus, America Now correspondent Jalyssa Dugrot details the NYPD's new controversial surveillance plan and what it could mean for policing across the count...

Samia Nkrumah, daughter of Ghana’s first president Kwame Nkrumah and director of the Kwame Nkrumah Foundation, joins RT at the Russia-Africa Media Forum to discuss Africa’s path to economic independence. She explains why she sees Russia as a natural ally, how industrialization and African unity could create jobs, and why partnerships beyond traditional Western institutions matter. She also discuss...

Zambian creator Masiliso Mutumba joins RT at the Russia–Africa Media Forum in Moscow to discuss mutual respect, youth employment and the opportunities she sees in closer cooperation. Having trained in Russia, Mutumba shares her impressions of Moscow and explains why partnerships should reflect the different needs of individual African countries. She also discusses how agriculture, tourism and busi...

Peter Denk, Head of News at the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation, shares his impressions of Moscow, reflects on Russia’s ties to Namibia’s liberation struggle and explains why mutual respect matters.