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The Russian Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology is implementing a project to popularize the Russian language and Russian education in African countries with the support of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science. As part of the program, over 100 African teachers will undergo advanced training courses in Russia, the website of the Russian university reports.
This year, the Moscow university has become a key organizer of this project, aimed at developing cooperation between Russia and African countries. The goal of the large-scale program is to strengthen partnerships between Russia and educational organizations on the African continent.
Soon, the project organizers will welcome teachers from South Africa, Egypt, Tanzania, Senegal, Mali, Ethiopia and other African countries to Russia. It is expected that more than 100 teachers will undergo advanced training courses. They will be introduced to the history and culture of Russia and tours of Russian regions and universities.
Earlier, a business breakfast was held in Moscow with the participation of representatives of the Russian Chemical Technology University, the Institute of African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, employees of the Namibian diplomatic mission in Russia and teachers from African countries. It was noted that many Africans graduated from Mendeleev University and became world-famous scientists.
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