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Also known as Ndrangheta, Siderno Group

The Ndrangheta (, , ), is a mafia-type criminal syndicate originating from the Calabria region of Italy. Emerging in the 19th century, it has developed into one of the world's most powerful and pervasive organized crime entities. Characterized by a decentralized, horizontal structure composed of autonomous operating units known as 'ndrine, the organization's foundational structure is based on family and blood relationships. Beginning in the mid-20th century, coinciding with significant emigration from Calabria, 'Ndrangheta clans expanded their operations across Northern and Central Italy, Euro

Key facts

Criminal organization.territory: Territories with established coordination structures with significant operational territorial control are in Calabria. There is a consolidated presence, especially in the economic and financial sectors, in Northern Italy and Lazio. Organisational coordination structures also exist in Australia and Canada. The 'Ndrangheta also operates in other countries with varying degrees of presence.
Criminal organization.ethnicity: Calabrians
Criminal organization.criminal_activities: Racketeering, drug trafficking, weapons trafficking, loan-sharking, money laundering, fraud, extortion, murder, robbery and kidnapping
Criminal organization.name: 'Ndrangheta
Criminal organization.native_name: Onorata Società
Criminal organization.founding_location: Calabria, Italy
Criminal organization.years_active: Since the 19th century