Mastodawn

Among the initial arrivals of Russian operatives in #Angola in 2024was Maxim #Shugalei, a prominent #Wagner-linked political operative sanctioned by the European Union (EU) for overseeing #disinformation campaigns.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1mklzkz41jo

Russia in Africa: Inside the alleged operation to influence Angolan politics

A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.

Kriszta Satori Nov 28, 2024

#BBCNews - Why #Russia 's #Africa propaganda warrior was sent home
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8ek8l7j84wo
#Shugalei #Wagner

Maxim Shugalei: Why Russia's Africa propaganda warrior was sent home from Chad

A shadowy operative appears to overstep his mark in the battle for Russian influence in Africa.