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How did 1,000 Kenyans end up in Russia's war on Ukraine?

How did 1,000 Kenyans end up in Russia's war on Ukraine?

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February 23, 202625m 15s

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Show Notes

Nearly 1,000 citizens of Kenya have reportedly been lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Now, their families are pressing the government to intervene while it pushes Moscow for answers. But how did so many young job seekers end up on the frontlines of a foreign war? Eddy Micah Jr speaks with Dr. Edgar Githua, an international relations expert, and DW correspondent in Nairobi, Felix Maringa.

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Ukraine-Russia warGen Zjobssoldiers