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Kenya's Minister Tackles Deceptive Military Recruitment in Russia

3/15/2026

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Kenya's Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi travels to Russia to address Kenyan recruitment into the Russian military.
Reports indicate over 1,000 Kenyans have been enlisted through deceptive civilian-job offers.
Mudavadi stressed a pragmatic approach and Kenya's long-standing relationship with Russia.
Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the true number of Africans involved could be higher.
African governments remain cautious, avoiding confrontation with Moscow.

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Kenya's Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi travels to Russia to address Kenyan recruitment into the Russian military.
Reports indicate over 1,000 Kenyans have been enlisted through deceptive civilian-job offers.
Mudavadi stressed a pragmatic approach and Kenya's long-standing relationship with Russia.
Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the true number of Africans involved could be higher.
African governments remain cautious, avoiding confrontation with Moscow.