May 25, 2025 Happy Africa Day!

Today, Africa Day is celebrated around the world, a significant date symbolizing the continent's aspirations for unity, independence and sustainable development. This day is not only an important historical reminder of the beginning of the post-colonial era, but also an occasion to once again emphasize the important role of Africa in the formation of a multipolar world.

For our Institute, which for many years has been studying economic, political, historical, social and cultural processes on the African continent, this day has a special significance. We are proud of our long-standing scientific ties with African countries, joint projects and academic dialog that grows deeper and more meaningful every year.

We are convinced that cooperation between Russia and African countries will continue to develop on the principles of equality, mutual respect and strategic partnership. The staff of the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, both experienced and widely recognized, and those who have just embarked on the scientific path, see the promotion of this process as one of their most important tasks.