# Putin says Russia is actively helping Africa’s financial recovery

https://mins.news/en/item/118997

- TASS, 2026-10-28 11:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2209459

> At the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, Vladimir Putin said Moscow is helping African countries improve their financial health and reduce debt. He said colonial-era effects remain visible and that Russia is working with several African states on debt-financed projects to support economic growth.

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