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Africa Becomes Hub for Latin American Drug Cartels
Published Thursday, October 22, 2026 · Updated October 22
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- The global cocaine trade is at an all-time high, with production estimated at 4,100 metric tons, a fourfold increase from a decade ago.
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- AllAfrica
The article emphasizes the far-reaching implications of Latin American cartel operations in Africa for security, the enrichment of African criminal organizations, the viability of licit markets, and accountable governance on the continent.
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