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Russian state disinformation campaigns are aggressively spreading across Africa, with Moscow using manipulated images and deceptive narratives to bolster its global influence.

Campaigns mix truths with distortions, employing local influencers, nano-influencers, and buzzers to amplify messages.

State-sponsored efforts extend to radio stations and online news outlets, weaving networks that adapt propaganda to local cultural contexts and historical sentiments.

These tactics stoke anti-West anger and revive nostalgic Soviet-era alliances, effectively challenging Western influence while reshaping Africa's political landscape.

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[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 4 points 21 hours ago (1 children)

Maybe the West should not be exploiting African nations for centuries.

[–] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 15 points 21 hours ago (1 children)

Absolutely, and that includes Russia. They don't get a free pass to exploit them now just because others have done it before.