'My skin was peeling' - the African women tricked into making Russian drones
Summary
A recruitment program in Russia is accused of misleading young women from Africa into working in drone factories under poor conditions. The Alabuga Start programme promised training in various professional fields but was reportedly using recruits to work in weapon production. The South African government is investigating, warning its citizens against joining.Key Facts
- Adau, a woman from South Sudan, was recruited to work in the Alabuga Special Economic Zone in Russia under false pretenses.
- The recruitment targeted young women aged 18-22, mostly from Africa, promising them training in fields like logistics and hospitality.
- Many recruits ended up working in a drone factory instead, without being informed beforehand.
- The program denies accusations of deception and claims job roles are listed on its website.
- Over 1,000 women from Africa have worked in these factories, according to estimates.
- The women reportedly signed non-disclosure agreements, preventing them from discussing their work.
- The South African government has launched an investigation into these practices and warned against joining the program.
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