In a push evocative of the Soviet Union's efforts to bring Africa into its sphere of influence, the Kremlin has stepped up its presence across the African continent in recent years. From military campaigns to involvement in domestic politics, few African nations have been spared Moscow's interest. Russia claims it's fighting Western neocolonialism, but to what extent is it mirroring the methods it criticises? Samuel Ramani, author of "Russia in Africa: Resurgent Great Power or Bellicose Pretender?" joined us on Perspective to share his insight.