# Russian mercenary-linked violence in Mali increased after Africa Corps was formed

Date: 2024

Reuters, citing ACLED data, reported that violent events linked to Russian mercenaries in Mali increased after the creation of Africa Corps, alongside an increase in reported civilian fatalities. The data indicated organizational transition did not mean contraction of Russian armed activity.

## Drivers

- Private Military Formation Activity: https://factrail.ai/drivers/private-military-formation-activity

## Sources

- https://www.hrw.org/africa/mali
- https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/wagner-lost-veteran-fighters-mali-ambush-setback-russias-africa-campaign-2024-09-11/

## Methodology

https://factrail.ai/methodology

Canonical: https://factrail.ai/facts/russian-mercenary-activity-rises-after-africa-corps-2024