He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan
Summary
Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, known as "Hemedti," is a powerful leader in Sudan, controlling the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group that commands half of the country. Hemedti's rise began with camel and gold trading, and he gained influence through his involvement in the Darfur conflict and securing control over gold resources. Under his leadership, the RSF emerged as a dominant force in Sudan's complex political and military landscape.Key Facts
- Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, called "Hemedti," controls the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan.
- The RSF recently took over the city of el-Fasher in Sudan's Darfur region.
- Hemedti comes from the Mahariya section of the Rizeigat community, known for camel trading.
- During a conflict in Darfur starting in 2003, Hemedti's group was part of the Janjaweed militia.
- The Janjaweed gained international notoriety for committing atrocities, including genocide.
- Hemedti's family company became Sudan's largest gold exporter after gaining control of a key gold mine.
- In 2013, Hemedti was appointed head of the RSF, integrating former Janjaweed into the force.
- The RSF has been involved in conflicts within Sudan and on its borders, sometimes working alongside the Sudanese army.
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