Leader of Wagner group hints at presence in Africa in first video after failed uprising

In his first video appearance since the unsuccessful June 24th uprising against the Kremlin, Yevgueni Prigozhin, the head of the Russian mercenary group Wagner, implied that he has returned to Africa to amplify Russia’s influence across continents.

In the video, Prigozhin remarks, “Wagner Group amplifies Russia’s reach globally and aids in African liberty.”

Though he does not state outright that he’s in Africa, the backdrop resembles an African savannah, and he mentions experiencing 50-degree temperatures.

“Justice and prosperity for the African peoples,” asserts Prigozhin, adding that his paramilitary unit is the nemesis of groups like ISIS, Al Qaeda, and “other miscreants.”

Prigozhin notes that Wagner continues to enlist “true heroes” and remains dedicated to its missions.

Though the mercenary group announced last July that it ceased recruiting new fighters, citing the end of their active role in Ukraine, Prigozhin affirms they’ll regroup when national interests dictate.

He also suggests that the group’s ongoing activities are focused on Africa and Belarus, where they reportedly relocated after the botched revolt against the Kremlin last June.

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