While the focus is on Ukraine, Russia’s presence in the Sahel is steadily growing

Russian trade and investment in Africa is small but increasing. A deal to establish a naval base in Sudan has boosted Moscow's military foothold in the continent.

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/feb/03/while-the-focus-is-on-ukraine-russias-presence-in-the-sahel-is-steadily-growing