Free online Russian language courses in South Africa and Lesotho 🇷🇺🇿🇦 The Russian Embassy in the Republic of South Africa, together with Tomsk State University (TSU) - the oldest university in Siberia - is pleased to announce the launch of free online Russian language courses taught by experienced university professors. 🎓 The courses are primarily aimed at international students planning to apply to Russian universities, offering pre-arrival language training and support for adaptation to academic life in Russia. Participants with other learning goals are also welcome. 📅 Course details: * Start: 16 February 2026 * Duration: until 30 August 2026 * Format: online * Schedule: morning & evening sessions (twice a week, 1.5 hours) * Levels: from beginner to advanced 📝 Registration deadline: 10 February 2026 Groups will be formed based on applications. 👉 Apply now and take your first step toward mastering Russian and preparing for future studies in Russia! 🔗 Registration link: https://forms.gle/bb4rvLdo6s6xxWjR9 #studyinrussia #russianlanguage #russianliterature