Russia and Ukraine War and How will this Effect Africa?

Even before the first missiles have been fired this war has taken a dreadful toll: diverting billions of dollars into rearmament and away from tackling poverty, pandemics, education, inequality and the burgeoning climate crisis in a critical year. The war in Ukraine will definitely have a devastating effect on some African, as it threatens economies and governments may come under diplomatic pressure to take sides in the escalating feud. South Africa - which has the continent's most industrialised economy, has called for the immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine, requesting that it should be resolved peacefully. South Africa's position is a blow to Russia, which sees it as a key ally in Africa. Due to them having strong economic ties. Sadly, no country is immune to the effects of this conflict, and no doubt it will result in human suffering and destruction, the effects of which will not only affect Ukraine but also reverberate across the world. Kenya, the economic powerhouse of East Africa, has gone further in condemning Russia in a rousing speech, Kenya's ambassador at the UN security council, Martin Kimani, said: "The territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine stands breached. The charter of the United Nations continues to wilt under the relentless assault of the powerful." Ghana and Gabon - the two other African states on the UN security council - also condemned Russia. No African country has so far come out in support of Russia's intervention, not even Mali and Central African Republic, where Russian forces are helping the governments fight insurgencies. Oil prices have already surged past $100 per barrel to hit their highest level since 2014. This will have a knock-on effect on the prices of nearly all other products. The only winners in this war are the oil- and gas-producing countries as it offers massive opportunities. Part 2, will be on its way!