African countries are concerned that, following the war in Ukraine, Russia may bolster its mercenary forces with criminals, particularly those who were initially deployed on the Ukrainian front.

During the 19th century the British fought minor wars in Africa to secure British control of colonial territories. These included the: Ashanti Wars in West Africa. Matabele Wars in South Africa.

Late last month world leaders met in Berlin to discuss securing a political solution to Libya’s intractable civil war. Heiko Maas ... the Middle East and North Africa. Support provided by ...

As the stalemate between Russia and Ukraine continues, the war is changing life not ... and gold" via its Wagner Group mercenary force, now rebranded as Africa Corps, said Lisa Klaassen at The ...