Summary
A Kenyan man, Festus Omwamba, has been charged with human trafficking for allegedly recruiting people to fight for the Russian army in Ukraine. He is accused of sending 22 Kenyan youths to Russia under deceptive pretenses. The case has drawn international attention as over 1,000 Kenyans reportedly joined the Russian army, many under false promises of employment.
Key Facts
- Festus Omwamba is charged with recruiting Kenyans to fight in Ukraine for Russia.
- The Kenyan Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) accused him of human trafficking.
- Victims were rescued before they left Kenya, but some had already been sent to fight.
- Omwamba was arrested earlier this month in Moyale, near the Ethiopian border.
- More than 1,000 Kenyans joined the Russian army recently, many promised jobs but sent to war.
- The Russian embassy in Kenya denies involvement in illegal recruitment activities.
- A Kenyan MP reported the findings to parliament, citing ongoing concerns.
- Russian laws allow foreigners to enlist in the army during drafts.
