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About Sentry Talks

Sentry Talks is an independent research platform focused on information warfare, hybrid threats, African security dynamics, and strategic intelligence analysis.

Mission

To provide clear, evidence-based analysis of complex geopolitical issues, with particular emphasis on:

  • Information operations and deception
  • Hybrid warfare in Africa and beyond
  • Russia–Africa relations
  • Illicit networks (gold, trafficking, terrorism financing)
  • Emerging security threats in the Sahel and sub-Saharan Africa

Author: Mwangi Ngugi

Independent researcher and analyst specializing in information warfare and African security affairs. Through detailed open-source intelligence (OSINT), primary source review, and structured analysis, Sentry Talks aims to cut through noise and propaganda to deliver credible insights for policymakers, researchers, security professionals, and informed readers.

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