Ukraine war videos raise questions over Russia’s recruitment of Africans

[RFI - Africa] - 16/01/2026

Videos shared on Ukrainian social media since the weekend claim to show African nationals fighting in the ranks of the Russian army – raising fresh questions about Moscow’s overseas recruitment practices.

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