: The identities of the victims and perpetrators are usually unclear, and the videos often do not provide direct evidence of where the acts took place. This anonymity adds to the difficulty in prosecuting crimes related to the distribution and creation of such content.

The Mandinka, constituting roughly 42 % of Guinea’s population (World Bank, 1999), remained a vital demographic bloc, yet were increasingly marginalized in the distribution of mining royalties and military appointments.

The term "Mandingo massacre" specifically refers to a series of uprisings by enslaved Africans, particularly those from the Mandingo ethnic group, although the revolts involved people from various ethnic backgrounds. The most notable incident often cited is the uprising on the ship "Elijah P. Love" (also known as "The Wanderer" or simply referred to in some historical accounts), but a more detailed and researched account points to several ships.