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The Unsettling Emergence of African Agency Through the Use of Russian Private Military Companies

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The Unsettling Emergence of African Agency Through the Use of Russian Private Military Companies Mike Bamigboye Nov 6 2024 AfricaPMCsPrivate securityWagner Group If the increasing engagement of Russian private military companies… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private force in Africa

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Chapter Private force in Africa Reassessing regulatory frameworks and advocating for an African-centric approach to PMSCs ByOluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye, Christopher Kinsey BookMercenaries and Security Contractors in the 21st Century Edition 1st Edition… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Beyond the ‘mercenary’ label: Why international law is failing to regulate modern private armies

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Beyond the ‘mercenary’ label: Why international law is failing to regulate modern private armies Defence-in-Depth Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye & Christopher Kinsey 13 March 2026 Showcasing sustainable innovation at the Net Zero… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mercenaries, Private Security, and the Civilian Cost of Outsourced Coercion

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Mercenaries, Private Security, and the Civilian Cost of Outsourced Coercion May 12, 2026 by Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye Leave a Comment While states still use military force in pursuit of national interests,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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SCOTUS rejects private prison company GEO Group’s attempt at avoiding accountability

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SCOTUS rejects private prison company GEO Group’s attempt at avoiding accountability A long-delayed lawsuit challenging GEO Group’s treatment of people in immigration detention can proceed again. A unanimous decision that matters… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Postdoctoral position in Evaluating International, Regional, and National Courts and Tribunals as Routes to Accountability for Victims of Mercenarism at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen (UCPH)

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Postdoctoral position in Evaluating International, Regional, and National Courts and Tribunals as Routes to Accountability for Victims of Mercenarism at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen (UCPH) Applications are invited… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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02/19/2025

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Junta Passes Law Allowing Chinese Security Firms to Operate in Myanmar  by Maung Kavi  February 19, 2025 in Myanmar-China Watch Reading Time: 2 mins read Port facilities at a Chinese-owned oil refinery on… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Cyprus: Experts commend regulations on private security companies in maritime sector, urge stronger efforts for land-based companies

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Press releases Special Procedures Cyprus: Experts commend regulations on private security companies in maritime sector, urge stronger efforts for land-based companies 24 January 2025 Press releases Combating illicit financing of mercenaries… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Pegasus Spyware Maker Said to Flout Federal Court as It Lobbies to Get Off U.S. Blacklist

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Pegasus Spyware Maker Said to Flout Federal Court as It Lobbies to Get Off U.S. Blacklist On the same day lobbyists for NSO met with Rep. Pete Sessions, a lawyer from… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Pegasus Spyware Maker Said to Flout Federal Court as It Lobbies to Get Off U.S. Blacklist

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  Pegasus Spyware Maker Said to Flout Federal Court as It Lobbies to Get Off U.S. Blacklist On the same day lobbyists for NSO met with Rep. Pete Sessions, a lawyer… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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