Several governments and international bodies have placed bounties on individuals involved in terrorism, war crimes, and other serious offenses across Africa. Below is a list of notable active bounties:
1. Abukar Ali Adan
- Affiliation: Al-Shabaab (Somalia)
- Bounty: Up to $5 million
- Details: Abukar Ali Adan is the deputy leader of Al-Shabaab, a terrorist organization operating primarily in Somalia. The U.S. Department of State's Rewards for Justice program is offering a reward for information leading to his identification or location.
2. Musa Baluku
- Affiliation: Islamic State's Central Africa Province (Democratic Republic of Congo)
- Bounty: Up to $5 million
- Details: Musa Baluku is the leader of the Islamic State's Central Africa Province, also known as the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). The U.S. State Department's Rewards for Justice program has placed a bounty on him for his involvement in terrorist activities.
3. Maalim Ayman
- Affiliation: Al-Shabaab (Kenya)
- Bounty: Up to $10 million
- Details: Maalim Ayman is the leader of Jaysh Ayman, Al-Shabaab's military wing in Kenya. He is believed to have orchestrated the January 2020 attack on Camp Simba in Manda Bay, Kenya, which resulted in the deaths of three Americans. The U.S. government has offered a reward for information leading to his capture.
4. Joseph Kony
- Affiliation: Lord's Resistance Army (Central Africa)
- Bounty: Up to $5 million
- Details: Joseph Kony is the founder and leader of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), a guerrilla group known for widespread human rights abuses. The U.S. government has offered a reward for information leading to his arrest, transfer, or conviction for war crimes or crimes against humanity.
5. Kenyan Fugitives
- Affiliation: Various criminal activities (Kenya)
- Bounty: Up to $1 million each
- Details: The United States has announced rewards of up to $1 million each for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of two Kenyan fugitives involved in criminal activities.
These bounties reflect ongoing efforts by governments and international organizations to combat terrorism and bring perpetrators of serious crimes to justice in Africa. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities, with assurances of confidentiality and potential financial rewards.
For the most current information, please refer to official government announcements and reputable news sources