# Pavel Prigojin Wagner Group operations in Central African_en

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pavel-prigojin-wagner-group-operations-in-central-african-en
> Updated: 2026-10-22T18:35:59.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Pavel Prigojin, the 28-year-old son of the late Yevgeny Prigojin, has assumed a significant leadership role within the Wagner Group’s operations in the Central African Republic. He reportedly commands approximately 500 mercenaries who provide security for President Faustin-Archange Touadéra and engage in combat against insurgents.

Beyond military activities, the network manages diverse business interests, including gold mines and the production of beer and vodka. These operations, which reportedly include both legal enterprises and illicit trades such as arms and drug trafficking, generate an estimated $400 million in annual revenue. Despite reports that the Kremlin has sought greater control over the group following Yevgeny Prigojin’s death in August 2023, Pavel has reportedly expanded his influence in Bangui.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Pawel Prigozhin expands Wagner Group operations in Central African Republic

Pawel Prigozhin has reportedly expanded his control over Wagner Group operations in the Central African Republic, commanding 500 fighters and managing lucrative gold mining interests.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pawel-prigozhin-expands-wagner-group-operations-in-central-african-republic

### 2026-10-18: Pavel Prigojin leads Wagner faction and business network in Africa

Pavel Prigojin, son of Yevgeny Prigojin, leads a Wagner Group faction in the Central African Republic, managing 500 mercenaries and business interests generating $400 million annually.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pavel-prigojin-leads-wagner-faction-and-business-network-in-africa

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