Leaders from 55 African nations are meeting in Ethiopia for the annual African Union Summit.
This year is different than others.
Russian Foreign Minister toured the continent last week as the Wagner Group becomes increasingly involved in some of the continent's conflicts.
All this as France's influence in West Africa is dwindling remarkably.
With the continent facing many problems, are its leaders up to the challenges?

Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests
Victor Ochen, Director for African Youth Initiative Network.
Mohammed Loulichki, Senior Fellow at the Policy Center for the New South.
Jonathan Offei-Ansah, Founder and Publisher at Africa Briefing Magazine.

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