Prigozhin's son has taken over the command of the mercenary army, overseeing gold mines in Africa, while the Kremlin has failed to absorb them.

After the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, his son Pavel took over the leadership of the Wagner Group, solidifying its presence in the Central African Republic. Despite Kremlin attempts to absorb Wagner's lucrative operations, Pavel has maintained control over gold mines and expanded into arms and drug trafficking. The Wagner Group remains influential in the region, providing security for the Central African president and resisting Kremlin efforts to replace them with a new military force. Pavel's leadership has been characterized by a focus on economic gains through illegal exports and integration into local military structures, ensuring Wagner's operations continue to thrive despite external pressures.