The Africa Dialogues
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Podcast Overview
<p>The Africa Dialogues podcast explores the big stories and trends transforming the continent today, told by decision-makers, thinkers and doers. We bring you fresh perspective and new ideas on topics driving the continent’s development, from investment and agriculture to energy and innovation, with particular focus on Russia-Africa cooperation.</p><p><br /></p><p>The podcast is hosted by the Institute for International Studies (IfIS) of MGIMO University to create a space for important conversations between Africa and Russia.</p>
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November 30, 2023
The Rising Power of Gulf Countries in Africa with Artem Adrianov
In this episode I spoke with Artem Adrianov, researcher on Arab affairs, consultant to business on the region, as well as expert at the Institute for International Studies at MGIMO University and project manager at the Primakov Center for International Cooperation. Artem was the host of the hit Russian-language podcast “The Oriental Express” for the Primakov Center, is the author of the telegram channel “All is well in Dubai”, has authored articles for Forbes, Vedomosti and other top media outlets. He is also regularly featured in both Russian and international media. Artem and I focused on the rising power of Gulf countries in Africa, what they are doing right and wrong, how their strategies enhance African development needs and why they are able to position themselves as key mediators for conflicts on the continent. Timecodes: 4:09 Why the Gulf countries are interested in Africa today, their strategic goals 10:38 Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries' best practices in the region 18:12 The geographic and influence breakdown amongst GCC countries in Africa. 21:21 The “friendly regime” dilemma in providing support to African countries 24:52 How big is the African security issue for Gulf states? 26:55 Qatar's credibility as a mediator in conflict in Africa and beyond 29:56 Artem's vision for how Africa-Gulf relations will evolve over the short to medium term future
October 24, 2023
The African Expansion of BRICS with Gustavo de Carvalho
During this episode I spoke with Gustavo de Carvalho, Senior Researcher in the African Governance and Diplomacy Programme at the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA). Gustavo has over 15 years of experience supporting policy development, capacity building, and research processes in Africa, particularly in multilateralism and the relationship between African actors and external partners. Gustavo has worked with various international organisations, universities, and think tanks, including the United Nations in Guinea-Bissau, the University of Johannesburg, the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), and Global Witness. Gustavo holds a bachelor's degree in International Relations from the University of Brasilia and a Master's degree in African Studies from the University of Oxford. During our conversation, we discussed the African expansion of BRICS, which countries made the cut and why and how the changes play into the general group dynamic. We also touched upon the economic opportunities opened up by BRICS, the possibility of trading in national currencies and why the group is on an upward trajectory. Timecodes: 3:00 Gustavo's BRICS journey and areas of academic interest 5:02 The significance of the 2023 BRICS Summit in South Africa 9:48 The African expansion of BRICS: why Ethiopia and Egypt? 14:35 How South Africa lobbies for Africa. Other potential African BRICS candidates. 21:25 Is BRICS a group, club or organisation? 25:33 The African perception of BRICS 34:37 The key traits and ideas of the core BRICS members 47:21 What does joining BRICS give to the general public in Africa? 53:03 Is South Africa ready to share its stage/presence on the global arena? 57:33 What Gustavo feels when he thinks about the future of Africa
August 23, 2023
2023 Russia-Africa Summit Rundown with Brian Mugabi
During this episode I spoke with Brian Mugabi, member of the Ugandan delegation at the 2023 Russia-Africa Summit, Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Theory and History of International Relations at RUDN University and PHD candidate. Having both been at the event, Brian and I exchanged opinions and impressions from the event, ran over the key takeaways and compared the 2019 and 2023 formats. We also discussed how many heads of state came to the summit and whether or not that matters, why African countries are tired of being caught in political crossfire, which of Russia’s offerings appeal to Africans most and what Russia’s alternative security architecture solution for the continent looks like. Timecodes: 3:55 The meaning of numbers. How many heads of state came to the summit and whether or not that matters. 8:40 Why your enemy should not be my enemy. Why Africa needs the right to chose its own partnerships. 10:14 The key expectations from the event, the Ugandan point of view 13:54 Russia’s alternative solution in terms of security architecture for Africa 16:08 What has been the role of major powers in Africa’s historical development course? 19:45 Africa can both cooperate with the West and have effective cooperation with Russia 20:30 Whether the Soviet legacy matters for the younger generation of Africans. The importance of knowing your national history and how you got to where you are today. 24:14 How the new emerging powers are providing an alternative sovereignty-focused model for Africa 31:13 Is free Russian grain for African enough to stabilise global prices and avoid a food-security meltdown? 33:57 The 2019 Summit VS 2023 Summit 39:53 Why most Africans and Russians learn about each other via Western media. The Summit as a space for unhindered dialogue. 43:15 More youth representation at the event 44:12 What Brian would like to see happen in the run-up to the next summit 47:19 Brian’s vision for the future of Russia-Africa and Russia-Uganda relations.
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- What is The Africa Dialogues?
<p>The Africa Dialogues podcast explores the big stories and trends transforming the continent today, told by decision-makers, thinkers and doers. We bring you fresh perspective and new ideas on topics driving the continent’s development, from investment and agriculture to energy and innovation, with particular focus on Russia-Africa cooperation.</p><p><br /></p><p>The podcast is hosted by the Institute for International Studies (IfIS) of MGIMO University to create a space for important conversations between Africa and Russia.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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