# Hardcore Mercenaries Take Down Brutal Dictator

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Podcast: [Real Stories](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-stories-7906637)
Published: 2026-07-17T23:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/VG6702625228.mp3
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Duration seconds: 3452

## Resource

This documentary explores the untold story of the 32 Battalion, a notorious mercenary force formed by South Africa during the Angolan Civil War. It delves into the unit's origins, its role in the conflict, and the fate of its soldiers after the end of apartheid. The film also uncovers the explosive details of the "Wonga Coup," a 2004 plot led by former 32 Battalion members to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea, and the global fallout that followed.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

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