Africa Is Reassessing Russia Over Mercenary Recruitment for the War Against Ukraine — Ukrinform.

Ukraine views Africa as a strategic direction not only for strengthening its international standing and partnerships, but also as an important element of its European integration…

In April, an investigation revealed that around 1,400 African nationals had been recruited to fight for Russia in the war in Ukraine, with over 300 reportedly killed

As of May 2026, at least 2,965 citizens from 36 African countries have either served or are currently serving in the Russian army in the war against Ukraine, while Moscow plans to…

Africa Is Reassessing Russia Over Mercenary Recruitment for the War Against Ukraine — Ukrinform.