Russia-Africa Summit to be held in Moscow this October

The third Russia-Africa Summit is scheduled to take place in Moscow on October 28 and 29, 2026. According to the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, more than thirty African nations have already confirmed their participation. The summit aims to establish a new action plan for the 2027-2029 period, building upon previous cooperation frameworks.

In preparation for the diplomatic event, the international festival ‘Africa. Together towards the future’ opened in Moscow on October 7. The cultural festival serves as a showcase for contemporary African creativity, featuring cinema, dance, fashion, and art exhibitions from countries including Senegal, Mozambique, Mali, Ghana, and Burkina Faso. The festival is intended to strengthen professional and cultural ties between Russian and African institutions.