Putin: We will continue to increase the number of African students studying in Russia, including those studying at the expense of the government. I want to say that Russia also needs this work, and it is useful to us. A record number of citizens from African countries are currently studying at universities in Russia - almost 40,000 people. For the academic year 2026-2027, the scholarship quota has increased by another 5,500 places. —. European Legion | Group chat.