The Age: South Sudanese general caught by George Clooney ‘laundering’ money in Melbourne
The family of a South Sudanese army general allegedly claimed $470,000 in welfare payments from the Australian Government at the same time as they paid for a luxury Melbourne house with a $1.5 million cheque. The revelation comes from an affidavit sworn by Australian Federal Police agent Graham White as police try to keep a […]
“Fear, Inc.” New Investigative Report Exposes Billion Dollar Business Built on Atrocities and War in the Central African Republic
Washington, D.C. – In its newest report released today, The Sentry details the violent ascent of a war profiteer in the Central African Republic (CAR), and the role he and other criminal entrepreneurs, both foreign and domestic, have played in driving a country into a morass of war, poverty, and pervasive terror. The report, “Fear, […]
“Le règne de la terreur” Un nouveau rapport d’enquête met en lumière comment les violences et la guerre génèrent des centaines de millions de dollars en République centrafricaine
Washington, D.C. – Dans son dernier rapport publié aujourd’hui, The Sentry suit l’ascension violente d’un profiteur de guerre en République centrafricaine (RCA). Relié en réseau avec des entrepreneurs criminels tant étrangers que nationaux, ce seigneur de guerre contribue à prolonger l’état de guerre et de misère. Le rapport d’enquête intitulé « Le règne de la terreur : […]
Le Monde: Au Soudan du Sud, il est plus juste de parler de partage du gâteau que d’accord de paix
Tribune. Il devait rester quelques jours, il ne sera finalement resté que six heures. Après plus de deux ans d’exil, Riek Machar, l’ancien vice-président qui avait dû fuir le Soudan du Sud en juillet 2016, a estimé que passer la nuit à Juba, la capitale, était un risque pour sa sécurité. C’est dans cet état d’esprit que […]
Metal Miner: Conflict Gold Could Be Entering the U.S. Market Via Major Companies
We’ve touched on conflict materials in this space before, typically in reference to cobalt. A majority of the world’s cobalt is mined in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where conditions at so-called artisanal mines (i.e., small-scale mines) are sub-standard, according to reports by a variety of NGOs. Among the concerns at these mines includes […]
Spend Matters: Study – Conflict gold from Africa may be in U.S. markets, passing through major companies
An October 2018 study released by a watchdog group that focuses on Africa has highlighted concerns that conflict gold mined from the troubled Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is making its way into international markets and becoming integrated in the supply chains of major U.S. companies. Documents reviewed and interviews carried out by The Sentry, a team […]
East African: Politics overlaps with banking in South Sudan
South Sudan’s political elite has been accused of hijacking the banking system for personal gain and locking out local businesses and citizens. Out of the 26 banks operating in South Sudan, 14 are partially owned or controlled by politically exposed persons (PEPs) who exert undue political influence in the banking sector, says a new report […]
De Morgen: Is Belgische miljonair spil in goudsmokkel uit Congolees conflictgebied?
De Amerikaanse ngo The Sentry noemt in een rapport de Belg Alain Goetz de spil in een illegale handel van goud afkomstig uit conflictgebied. Het is niet de eerste keer dat de man in opspraak komt. “Ik dacht dat het ging om het script van de nieuwste film met George Clooney”. De enige vraag is of […]
Voice of America – Straight Talk Africa: Investigative Journalism in Africa: Exposing Corruption, Child Exploitation and More
Guest host Vincent Makori discusses investigative journalism in Africa, with Brian Adeba, Enough Project deputy director of policy; Tom Detzel, Voice of America investigations editor; John-Allan Namu, investigative journalist and Africa Uncensored CEO; and Finlay Young, investigative journalist.
Brussells Times: Illegally exported Congolese gold refined by factory owned by Belgian Alain Goetz
Gold extracted from the conflict regions of the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) can be found on international markets and is supplying large American companies, having been refined in Uganda through a network controlled by the Belgian, Alain Goetz. The anti-corruption American NGO, The Sentry, alleges so in a recent report. […]
Chemical Watch: Conflict gold reaching US company supply chains, says NGO report
Gold mined from conflict areas in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is reaching the supply chains of major US companies and finding its way into consumer products, according to an NGO report. The report by The Sentry – an initiative of NGO Enough Project and human rights charity Not On Our Watch (NOOW) – says […]
Belga News Agency: De l’or congolais exporté illégalement raffiné par l’usine d’Alain Goetz selon une ONG
« Une enquête menée par The Sentry provoque d’importantes préoccupations que l’or extrait dans des zones de conflit dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo atteint les marchés internationaux, dont la chaîne d’approvisionnement de grandes entreprises américaines et (se retrouve) dans des produits que les consommateurs utilisent au quotidien », affirme ce rapport. Des documents examinés et […]
The Sentry Exposes Pervasive Risks, Political Control in South Sudan Banking Sector
Washington, D.C. – A new investigative report by The Sentry details how a set of banks has been hijacked for the personal benefit of leaders, powerful officials, and other “Politically-Exposed Persons” (PEPs, ie current or former senior foreign political figures, their immediate family, and their close associates). The report, “Banking on War: Ending the abuse […]
The Golden Laundromat: Conflict Gold May Be Entering US Through Gold Trading Network – New Investigation
New investigative report by The Sentry raises serious concerns that gold mined from conflict areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo may wind up in the supply chains of 283 U.S. publicly listed companies, including Amazon, Sony, and General Electric, through a global gold trading corporate network controlled by Belgian tycoon Alain Goetz. Washington, DC […]
Voice of America – Africa54: Investigative Documentary Reveals South Sudanese Profiteers
Brian Adeba, Deputy Director of Policy at the Enough Project speaks to Voice of America’s Esther Githui-Ewart.
UN Security Council Takes Aim at Conflict Linked to Natural Resources
Experts call for serious financial consequences, including network sanctions and anti-money laundering measures Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.N. Security Council held a session on the role of natural resources as a root cause of conflict. John Prendergast, Founding Director of the Enough Project and Co-Founder of The Sentry, said: “Today’s session at the United Nations […]
Investigative Alert by The Sentry Points to South Sudan’s Neighbors’ Role in Devastating Conflict
New documentary film features The Sentry’s findings, explores corrupt links between South Sudan’s civil war and officials and businesses in Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia Washington, DC – A new investigative Africa Uncensored documentary, “The Profiteers,” featuring in part The Sentry’s investigative findings, explores linkages between South Sudan’s civil war and the operations of businesspeople, financial institutions, and […]
Standard: Exclusive – Elites who loot South Sudan to live large in Nairobi
This is the story of the conniving elite of South Sudan, a betrayed population, conspiratorial neighbours, infinite peace deals and failed international systems as strife continues to ravage Africa’s youngest nation. Abusing the neutral “position of trust” adopted by Kenya and most of their neighbours, top South Sudan government officials have seized the opportunity to […]
Foreign Policy: Remember South Sudan? Washington Would Prefer Not to
A senior official from South Sudan traveled to Washington this week to solicit U.S. support—and money—for a fragile new peace deal aimed at ending the country’s five-year civil war. In the past, billions of U.S. dollars have flowed into the new nation, along with a great deal of tender American attention. But the mood in […]
NY Times – Nick Kristof’s Sunday Newsletter: Go after the money to stop human rights crimes
By John Prendergast More than any other factor, war has driven and shaped human history. Superficially, many wars appear to be senseless. Look beneath the surface, and there is one common denominator: unchecked greed. War may be hell for the people in conflict-ridden countries, but it is very profitable and politically beneficial for a small […]
