Summary
Ukraine claims Russia has recruited over 1,700 Africans to fight in its army, allegedly through deceptive means. Ukrainian and Ghanaian officials discussed these allegations, highlighting concerns over exploitation and the need for international awareness. Russia denies illegally enlisting African citizens.
Key Facts
- Ukraine accuses Russia of recruiting more than 1,700 Africans to fight in its army.
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha made this claim during a conference with Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.
- Russia is alleged to use deceptive methods to recruit Africans, promising jobs but involving them in the war.
- These African fighters are reportedly from 36 different countries.
- Russia denies the allegations of illegal recruitment.
- Reports indicate increasing instances of Africans, including from Kenya, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, being misled into joining the conflict.
- Ghana intends to raise awareness about these deceptive recruitment practices during its African Union presidency.
- South Africa has managed to bring back some of its citizens who were lured into fighting for Russia.
