Kasi Report - Ukraine Invasion

Overview

The report titled "Ukraine & Russia Conflict - March 2022: Tracking Pan African Opinion About The War" provides insights into the awareness, opinions, and responses of Africans regarding the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The key areas covered include awareness and reasons for the Ukraine invasion, the global response, impact on the global economy, Russia-Africa relations, African leadership response, and African support and assistance.

Key Takeaways

Awareness and Reasons for the Ukraine Invasion:

- Majority of Africans feel knowledgeable about the conflict.

- Social media is the dominant source of information.

- Egyptians are more cautious in claiming knowledge.

Global Response to the Russia Invasion:

- Most Africans express concerns about the conflict escalating to World War 3.

- Africans generally support sanctions against Russia but not at any cost.

- Perception of Russia as an ally varies across countries.

Impact on the Global Economy:

- Concerns about rising prices of goods and the impact on the global economy.

- Africans are aware of the consequences of Western sanctions on Russia.

Impact on Russia-Africa Relations:

- Majority of Africans perceive Russia as an ally.

- The Wagner Group is recognized as a significant presence of Russia in Africa.

African Leadership Response to the Crisis:

- Africans are generally satisfied with their leaders' response in evacuating citizens from Ukraine.

- Some respondents note unfair treatment of Africans at borders.

African Support and Assistance:

- Split opinions on supporting Ukraine or Russia, with some undecided.

- A significant number of Africans express willingness to assist Ukrainians.

Methodology

The research draws from surveys conducted from March 6 to 9, 2022, among 510 urban dwellers in five African countries. The data was weighted to approximate populations based on various demographic factors. The margin of error is +/- 4 percentage points.

The report provides a comprehensive view of African opinions on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, revealing a range of sentiments from awareness and support to concerns about the global impact. African leaders' responses are generally viewed positively, but challenges such as unfair treatment at borders and economic repercussions are noted. The willingness of Africans to assist Ukrainians demonstrates a nuanced perspective on the conflict.