Geopolitical Intrigues and Military Operations in Africa

The chapter delves into PMC Wagner's activities in African countries like Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali, encompassing alleged spies, sieges, visa restrictions, and takeovers. It explores the complexities of African development, perceptions of colonization, and motivations behind support for PMC Wagner. The narrative also scrutinizes the political landscapes in countries like the Central African Republic and Mali, detailing conflicts, French interventions, the emergence of rebel groups, and the subsequent involvement of Russian forces, highlighting discordant reactions to Wagner's presence and actions.