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Russia's security influence in the Central African Republic

Is CAR resisting Russia鈥檚 plan to replace private military operatives Wagner with Africa Corps? And, a controversial dark-skinned doll trend in China raises concerns about racism.

Russia鈥檚 security presence in Africa may be entering a new chapter, with the Central African Republic at the heart of the story. Reports suggest Moscow is looking to replace private military operatives,Wagner Group with Africa Corps, a force overseen by Russia鈥檚 Defence Ministry. But the handover appears far from straightforward, raising questions about Russia鈥檚 influence across the continent, the future of its security partnerships, and what it all means for the Central African Republic.

And in China, an online trend involving dark-skinned dolls known as Natasha Dolls, fuels discussion about racism and discrimination.

Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Chiamaka Dike and Ayuba Iliya
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

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