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Over 1,000 Kenyans Enlisted to Fight in Russia-Ukraine War, Intelligence Report Says

Kenya's intelligence report reveals over 1,000 recruited men, many deceived by false job offers, with some hospitalized and dozens missing in Ukraine's conflict.

  • According to a Kenyan intelligence report, over 1,000 Kenyans have been recruited to fight for Russia in the Russia-Ukraine war, allegedly with collusion from rogue officials.
  • The report states that 89 Kenyans were on the front lines as of February, at least one has died, several have returned injured or traumatized, and 28 are missing.
  • Recruits, mainly ex-military/police and unemployed aged 20-50, are promised high pay but reportedly receive minimal training before front-line deployment.
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With lies and violence the Russian war machine in Africa recruits fighters for the front to Ukraine. Lucky is who survives and comes into Ukrainian captivity.

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The Star Kenya broke the news in Kenya on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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