Diplomatic Seeds and Cultural Roots: Russia’s Growing Soft Power Footprint in West Africa

The episode illustrates how cultural diplomacy can operate in both directions, introducing Russian audiences to Ghanaian experiences while giving Ghanaians opportunities to engage with Russian language and culture.

The Russian House is exploring cooperation between Ghanaian agricultural communities and Russian universities and research institutions, with potential areas including technical training, scientific research, technology transfer and modern farming methods.

The CPD reports that more than 270 students are enrolled in its local Russian-language programmes, while 28 Ghanaian students secured direct university admission in Russia for 2026.