About the Centre for African Studies

The Centre for African studies specialises in expert and analytical work, studies the markets of African countries, and assesses financial, legal and political risks. The main task of the Centre is the comprehensive examination of projects implemented or proposed for implementation in Africa by enterprises with Russian involvement.
The Centre consolidates the expert and analytical potential of HSE University teachers and experts whose research interests include African countries, alongside third-party organisations, for the purpose of conducting research and preparing reports, recommendations and expert and analytical support for Russian enterprises and public authorities of the Russian Federation in their work in the African direction.
The activities of the Centre for African Studies are coordinated by Vice Rector Andrey Zhulin.