How Russia Profits From African Coups | System Error

From Mali to Sudan, Burkina Faso to Chad, coups have been spreading across Africa. In the midst of the chaos, Russia has seen an opportunity. The Kremlin is using disinformation and mercenaries to fuel instability in the region. This allows Russia to spread its influence while gaining access to valuable natural resources. In this episode, we investigate how Russia profits from instability in Africa. Watch more from this series: ISIS Fighters Are Escaping Prison New Ways Private Prisons Are Making Billions How the West Is Fueling Russia’s War on Ukraine Check out the VICE World News playlist for global reporting you won't find elsewhere: Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one time or ongoing cont