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Africa programme @ecfr.bsky.social analysing foreign policy aspects of the Africa-Europe relationship such as global order reform, middle powers, energy/climate action
Website: https://ecfr.eu/africa/
Website: https://ecfr.eu/africa/
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The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa | ECFR
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
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📢❗NEW BRIEF
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡
‼️ Find our latest policy analysis on #Russian disinformation and hybrid warfare in #Africa in this @ecfr.eu case study series that assesses Russian economic, political, military, and societal influence and strategy across #Europe’s margins. 📢 📑
The bear at the door | ECFR
A Russian bear is ranging through Europe’s neighbourhood. What should the continent’s policymakers do about it? When Europeans talk about Russia, their primary
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November 14, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continues to shape public opinion in Africa. What are Russia’s ambitions on the continent and across the Sahel in particular? And how is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4qQw0Ye
https://bit.ly/4qQw0Ye
Russia’s hybrid war in Africa
Mark Leonard welcomes Will Brown and Beverly Ochieng to discuss what Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel means for Europe…
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November 12, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continues to shape public opinion in Africa. What are Russia’s ambitions on the continent and across the Sahel in particular? And how is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4qQw0Ye
https://bit.ly/4qQw0Ye
‼️El-Fasher in North Darfur is now the epicentre of the world’s greatest humanitarian catastrophe. #Europe’s options are limited, but there are still ways to hold the responsible accountable, argue @willbrownecfr.bsky.social and @cinziabianco.bsky.social.
👇📑 @ecfrmena.bsky.social
👇📑 @ecfrmena.bsky.social
Sudan: A war Europe cannot stop, but cannot ignore | ECFR
El-Fasher in North Darfur is now the epicentre of the world’s greatest humanitarian catastrophe. Europe’s options are limited, but there are still ways to hold
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November 12, 2025 at 10:19 AM
‼️El-Fasher in North Darfur is now the epicentre of the world’s greatest humanitarian catastrophe. #Europe’s options are limited, but there are still ways to hold the responsible accountable, argue @willbrownecfr.bsky.social and @cinziabianco.bsky.social.
👇📑 @ecfrmena.bsky.social
👇📑 @ecfrmena.bsky.social
In his latest podcast episode, Mark Leonard welcomes Will Brown and Beverly Ochieng to discuss what #Russia’s growing influence in the #Sahel means for #Europe.
🎧 👇 Take a listen below. @ecfr.eu
🎧 👇 Take a listen below. @ecfr.eu
Russia’s hybrid war in Africa | ECFR
Mark Leonard welcomes Will Brown and Beverly Ochieng to discuss what Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel means for Europe
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November 11, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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If Europe wants to maintain credibility when invoking international law in Ukraine, Gaza, or elsewhere, it cannot ignore the atrocities happening in Sudan, write @willbrownecfr.bsky.social and @cinziabianco.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47DGv8r
https://bit.ly/47DGv8r
Sudan: A war Europe cannot stop, but cannot ignore
El-Fasher in North Darfur is now the epicentre of the world’s greatest humanitarian catastrophe. Europe’s options are limited, but there are still ways to hold the responsible accountable.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:38 AM
If Europe wants to maintain credibility when invoking international law in Ukraine, Gaza, or elsewhere, it cannot ignore the atrocities happening in Sudan, write @willbrownecfr.bsky.social and @cinziabianco.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47DGv8r
https://bit.ly/47DGv8r
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🎧 New week, new podcast
How does Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continue to shape public opinion in Africa? How is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? And how should Europe react? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/podcasts/epi...
How does Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continue to shape public opinion in Africa? How is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? And how should Europe react? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/podcasts/epi...
Russia’s hybrid war in Africa
Mark Leonard welcomes Will Brown and Beverly Ochieng to discuss what Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel means for Europe…
ecfr.eu
November 7, 2025 at 8:07 AM
🎧 New week, new podcast
How does Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continue to shape public opinion in Africa? How is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? And how should Europe react? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/podcasts/epi...
How does Moscow’s vast propaganda machine continue to shape public opinion in Africa? How is the Kremlin using disinformation to expand its influence? And how should Europe react? @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/podcasts/epi...
💻🚨 Most European attempts to resist Kremlin influence at home and abroad have been poor. There is a strong mutual interest for like-minded African and European players to work together on issues related to hybrid warfare, says @willbrownecfr.bsky.social.
Read his @ecfr.eu brief 👇❗
Read his @ecfr.eu brief 👇❗
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa | ECFR
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
💻🚨 Most European attempts to resist Kremlin influence at home and abroad have been poor. There is a strong mutual interest for like-minded African and European players to work together on issues related to hybrid warfare, says @willbrownecfr.bsky.social.
Read his @ecfr.eu brief 👇❗
Read his @ecfr.eu brief 👇❗
Europeans have solid civil society networks in #Madagascar. Now, the EU must also provide the necessary technical resources for Madagascar in order to facilitate the return to constitutional rule, argues Daria Jankiel in this @ecfr.eu article 👇📑
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement | ECFR
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and
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November 5, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Europeans have solid civil society networks in #Madagascar. Now, the EU must also provide the necessary technical resources for Madagascar in order to facilitate the return to constitutional rule, argues Daria Jankiel in this @ecfr.eu article 👇📑
In Cote d'Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara secured a controversial fourth term, with vote turnout being at a low. We take the opportunity to flag this policy brief that assesses stability in costal West Africa, including Ivory Coast. 👇💡
Harmattan hazards: How coastal west Africa can escape the Sahel’s fate | ECFR
Benin, Ghana, Ivory Coast and Togo face a double threat—from jihadists creeping south from the Sahel and coup plotters lurking within. As northern borders buckl
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November 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
In Cote d'Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara secured a controversial fourth term, with vote turnout being at a low. We take the opportunity to flag this policy brief that assesses stability in costal West Africa, including Ivory Coast. 👇💡
Russia’s actions in #Africa are driven by the same imperial impulses Africans once fought. #Europe can and must offer a much better partnership to democratic African countries, acknowledging the past and empowering Africans to defend the nations and institutions they have built.
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa | ECFR
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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There is a strong mutual interest for like-minded African and European players to work together on issues related to hybrid warfare on their respective systems, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4huxhQq
https://bit.ly/4huxhQq
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:16 PM
There is a strong mutual interest for like-minded African and European players to work together on issues related to hybrid warfare on their respective systems, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4huxhQq
https://bit.ly/4huxhQq
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In Sudan, Rapid Support Forces captured the city of el-Fasher, resulting in fears of mass killings. To support long-term stability in Sudan, European policymakers can benefit from a closer understanding of Gulf interests, writes Jonas Horner @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/3WNGppP
https://bit.ly/3WNGppP
The falcons and the secretary bird: Arab Gulf states in Sudan’s war
The Arab Gulf states’ pursuits in Sudan keep fuelling violence. But their wealth and influence mean any lasting peace will necessarily hinge on their cooperation.
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October 29, 2025 at 9:24 AM
In Sudan, Rapid Support Forces captured the city of el-Fasher, resulting in fears of mass killings. To support long-term stability in Sudan, European policymakers can benefit from a closer understanding of Gulf interests, writes Jonas Horner @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/3WNGppP
https://bit.ly/3WNGppP
"For European policymakers, the upheaval in #Madagascar provides an opportunity to solidify their position as relevant trading partners while simultaneously supporting Madagascar’s transition back to democracy and constitutional rule", says Daria Jankiel.
Read the article here 👇📑
Read the article here 👇📑
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement | ECFR
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and
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October 29, 2025 at 10:19 AM
"For European policymakers, the upheaval in #Madagascar provides an opportunity to solidify their position as relevant trading partners while simultaneously supporting Madagascar’s transition back to democracy and constitutional rule", says Daria Jankiel.
Read the article here 👇📑
Read the article here 👇📑
👋 Bonjour from Paris, where we have gathered experts and policymakers this morning to discuss the future of the relationship between #Mozambique and #Europe with opposition leader and former presidential candidate Lutero Simango (Movimento Democrático de Moçambique). 🤝🌍
October 28, 2025 at 1:21 PM
👋 Bonjour from Paris, where we have gathered experts and policymakers this morning to discuss the future of the relationship between #Mozambique and #Europe with opposition leader and former presidential candidate Lutero Simango (Movimento Democrático de Moçambique). 🤝🌍
❗Europeans have no genuine, resolute partner in Africa today. Meanwhile, Moscow has developed a powerful propaganda machine that taps into existing antipathy towards Europe.
📑 Read what like-minded Africans and Europeans can do to push back. @ecfr.eu
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📑 Read what like-minded Africans and Europeans can do to push back. @ecfr.eu
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October 27, 2025 at 11:30 AM
❗Europeans have no genuine, resolute partner in Africa today. Meanwhile, Moscow has developed a powerful propaganda machine that taps into existing antipathy towards Europe.
📑 Read what like-minded Africans and Europeans can do to push back. @ecfr.eu
👉 buff.ly/gswHEyE
📑 Read what like-minded Africans and Europeans can do to push back. @ecfr.eu
👉 buff.ly/gswHEyE
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The EU should remain cautious as the situation in Madagascar develops, especially given that Randrianirina’s choice of prime minister is already causing some disagreement—but it also needs to stand by the Malagasy people, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and lend its technical expertise to the…
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October 26, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The EU should remain cautious as the situation in Madagascar develops, especially given that Randrianirina’s choice of prime minister is already causing some disagreement—but it also needs to stand by the Malagasy people, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
📢 Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence - check out our policy advice. 🖥️⛔ @ecfr.eu
1️⃣ Follow Africa's way
2️⃣ Develop a compelling narrative
3️⃣ Boost funding for independent media
More here 👉 buff.ly/y6VuG2a
1️⃣ Follow Africa's way
2️⃣ Develop a compelling narrative
3️⃣ Boost funding for independent media
More here 👉 buff.ly/y6VuG2a
October 24, 2025 at 9:19 AM
📢 Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence - check out our policy advice. 🖥️⛔ @ecfr.eu
1️⃣ Follow Africa's way
2️⃣ Develop a compelling narrative
3️⃣ Boost funding for independent media
More here 👉 buff.ly/y6VuG2a
1️⃣ Follow Africa's way
2️⃣ Develop a compelling narrative
3️⃣ Boost funding for independent media
More here 👉 buff.ly/y6VuG2a
Check out Daria Jankiel's new commentary on political developments in Madagascar! 🚨❗
The EU has more to offer Madagascar than Russia in terms of sustainable, long-term engagement that will benefit the general population. This means Europeans need to appeal to Randrianirina and his new leadership, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and lend its technical expertise to the…
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October 24, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Check out Daria Jankiel's new commentary on political developments in Madagascar! 🚨❗
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The futures of Europe and Africa are inextricably linked by history, demographics, economics and geography. It is a relationship that, if managed right, may still define the 21st century, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oKvti
https://bit.ly/47oKvti
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
bit.ly
October 23, 2025 at 10:54 AM
The futures of Europe and Africa are inextricably linked by history, demographics, economics and geography. It is a relationship that, if managed right, may still define the 21st century, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oKvti
https://bit.ly/47oKvti
It was a pleasure hosting a breakout session at the #BCSC2025 yesterday.
👏 Thank you to all speakers and participants who joined our session!
👏 Thank you to all speakers and participants who joined our session!
Sharing insights from our #BCSC2025 session on "Strategic minerals, strategic futures" with @ecfrafrica.bsky.social -
Speakers discussed the importance of Europe moving from extraction to partnership, with EU's role in shaping the future global supply chain through tech & long-term collaboration.
Speakers discussed the importance of Europe moving from extraction to partnership, with EU's role in shaping the future global supply chain through tech & long-term collaboration.
October 24, 2025 at 7:50 AM
It was a pleasure hosting a breakout session at the #BCSC2025 yesterday.
👏 Thank you to all speakers and participants who joined our session!
👏 Thank you to all speakers and participants who joined our session!
📢 🌍 Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The #EU needs to support the Malagasy population and provide technical expertise to the new government.
Read Daria Jankiel's article 👇
Read Daria Jankiel's article 👇
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement | ECFR
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and
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October 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM
📢 🌍 Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The #EU needs to support the Malagasy population and provide technical expertise to the new government.
Read Daria Jankiel's article 👇
Read Daria Jankiel's article 👇
🌍♻️ We are at the Berlin Climate and Security Conference today. If you are participating in the #BCSC2025, we welcome you to join our breakout session on the strategic importance of minerals and the role of Africa in this space (15:20 - 16:30, Stresemann-Saal). @ecfr.eu @climatediplo.bsky.social
October 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
🌍♻️ We are at the Berlin Climate and Security Conference today. If you are participating in the #BCSC2025, we welcome you to join our breakout session on the strategic importance of minerals and the role of Africa in this space (15:20 - 16:30, Stresemann-Saal). @ecfr.eu @climatediplo.bsky.social
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The EU should remain cautious as the situation in Madagascar develops, especially given that Randrianirina’s choice of prime minister is already causing some disagreement—but it also needs to stand by the Malagasy people, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
From street to state: Madagascar’s new leader and the case for EU engagement
Madagascar’s recent regime change is being described as a coup—but its young people should take the credit. The EU needs to support the Malagasy population and lend its technical expertise to the…
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October 22, 2025 at 10:34 AM
The EU should remain cautious as the situation in Madagascar develops, especially given that Randrianirina’s choice of prime minister is already causing some disagreement—but it also needs to stand by the Malagasy people, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
https://bit.ly/47oBEYt
Reposted by ECFR Africa
Moscow has developed a powerful propaganda machine that taps into existing antipathy towards Europe, particularly France, to push African governments closer to its foreign policy objectives, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/3Jmv4cS
https://bit.ly/3Jmv4cS
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
bit.ly
October 22, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Moscow has developed a powerful propaganda machine that taps into existing antipathy towards Europe, particularly France, to push African governments closer to its foreign policy objectives, writes @willbrownecfr.bsky.social @ecfrafrica.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/3Jmv4cS
https://bit.ly/3Jmv4cS
📢❗NEW BRIEF
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡
The bear and the bot farm: Countering Russian hybrid warfare in Africa | ECFR
Russia has many quiet enemies in Africa. Working together, like-minded Africans and Europeans can roll back its troublesome influence.
buff.ly
October 22, 2025 at 8:17 AM
📢❗NEW BRIEF
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡
Our fellow @willbrownecfr.bsky.social examines #Russian hybrid warfare in #Africa. Like-minded Africans and Europeans should respond with comprehensive sanctions on enablers, counter-disinformation efforts, and stronger military aid. @ecfr.eu
Read here 👇💡