Category Archives: Africa

The Return of the Mercenary

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The Return of the Mercenary The conflict in Mali is a symptom of a broader trend in international relations: the return of mercenaries. Originally hired by autocratic regimes in Africa and… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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PAE Government Services Inc., Arlington, Va., is being awarded a $54,013,255 modification

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PAE Government Services Inc., Arlington, Va., is being awarded a $54,013,255 modification Contracts for February 28, 2013 Thursday, February 28, 2013 5:00 PM, No. 119-13 PAE Government Services Inc., Arlington, Va.,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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JOBLESS TROOPS TO RAKE IN CASH AS MERCENARIES

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JOBLESS TROOPS TO RAKE IN CASH AS MERCENARIES 24th February 2013 By Deborah Sherwood REDUNDANT British squaddies are in for a bonanza payday as mercenaries in war-torn Africa. You must be logged in to view this content. Click here to … Continue reading →

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Simon Mann Says He Was Asked to Help Start the Iraq War

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Simon Mann Says He Was Asked to Help Start the Iraq War By Alex Chitty Simon Mann is a British mercenary, most famous for his failed 2004 coup attempt against Teodoro… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private Soldiers in Africa: A Look at the Effects of Private Military Contractors and Mercenaries on the Duration of Civil Wars in Africa from 1960 to 2003

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Private Soldiers in Africa: A Look at the Effects of Private Military Contractors and Mercenaries on the Duration of Civil Wars in Africa from 1960 to 2003 University of Nebraska –… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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G4S says Algeria, Mali unrest raising security demand

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G4S says Algeria, Mali unrest raising security demand By Neil Maidment | Reuters – Fri, Jan 25, 2013 LONDON (Reuters) – G4S, the world’s biggest security firm, is seeing a pick up in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Employing Armed Guards in West Africa Can Be Dangerous

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Employing Armed Guards in West Africa Can Be Dangerous February 7, 2013 By MI News Network Shipowners considering employing armed guards to protect their ships from pirate attacks in west Africa… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Is private security taking over Africa?

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African Business November 2012 Is private security taking over Africa? BYLINE: Seymour, Richard Pg. 20 No. 391 It is statistically true that people are living in the most peaceful and stable… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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No Security Firms for African Refugees

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Weekend Edition February 1-3, 2013 No Security Firms for African Refugees Opportunities and War in Mali by RAMZY BAROUD The British security firm G4S is set to rake in massive profits… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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AAR Extends Airlift Support In Africa

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AAR Extends Airlift Support In Africa Leading airlift provider to continue providing support for U.S. operations in the region WOOD DALE, Ill., Jan. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — AAR (NYSE:AIR) announced today… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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