US EditionNo update on SA men ‘trapped’ in Russia-Ukraine war, Presidency says talks are under way
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They didn't know what was happening to them: At least 17 South Africans are said to have been lured into Putin's war against Ukraine. Now they are trapped, their families are desperate. Insight into a dubious network with connections to the highest politics.
No update on SA men ‘trapped’ in Russia-Ukraine war, Presidency says talks are under way
This comes after news emerged after at least 17 South African men claimed they were recruited, allegedly by Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and others, for what they believed was bodyguard training linked to the MK Party.
SA IN TALKS WITH RUSSIA OVER CITIZENS TRAPPED ON WARFRONT
Tue 16 December 2025: South Africa is in talks with Russian authorities to ensure the return of its citizens who were lured for jobs but ended up fighting alongside Russian troops in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, an official said Monday. Last month, South African police launched an investigation into allegations that Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, former President […]
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UpstractSouth Africa in talks with Russia over men ‘tricked’ into fighting in Ukraine
… home 17 South African men fighting for Russia in Ukraine, after the men … a daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma. Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla … Magwenya, a spokesperson for South Africa’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, said: “The …
Government pushes Russia talks to save stranded men
By Dylan Bettencourt Government confirms discussions with Russian authorities to bring back 17 South African men stuck near Russia’s war front lines. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says the men face real danger and returning them home safely is a priority for President Cyril Ramaphosa. The government says it is working to bring home 17 South African men who are stuck in Russia in what it calls a very dangerous situation. The men are …
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