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Private military firms undermine France’s quiet exit from West Africa

France has restructured its military presence in recent months, closing most of its historic bases in West Africa. However, the arrival of private military companies employing French personnel is undermining the discretion sought by army headquarters in Paris.

Radio France Internationale · May 27, 2025

Takeaways from AP's report on Russian and U.S. influence in Central African Republic

In the wake of Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s rebellion, a deal was struck between a private U.S. security firm and Central African Republic

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2024

The US-Russia battle for influence in Africa plays out in Central African Republic

Hours after Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin rebelled against his country’s top military leaders, his private army’s biggest client in Africa panicked and turned for help to his foe in the West

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2024

Hainault attack: school praises Daniel Anjorin’s ‘positive and gentle’ character

Bancroft’s school in Woodford Green said it was in ‘profound shock and sorrow’ after death of Daniel, 14, whom it described as a ‘true scholar’

The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2024

Hainault sword attack: police release first image of Daniel Anjorin – as it happened

14-year-old killed in attack was a student at Bancroft’s school in Woodford Green; police say two men in their 30s were injured and suspect is in custody

The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2024

CAR in talks with US security firm as West eyes Wagner's ground in Africa

US private security company Bancroft Global Development says it is in talks with the Central African Republic over "future activities", in a possible bid to muscle Russia's Wagner mercenary group out of the country riven by a decade-long civil war.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 30, 2023

10 dedicated institutions and devices to enrich your child’s education

Prepare your child for the future ahead with the help of these stellar schools and tools.

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023