Russia expands military recruitment in Africa

Updated 2026-10-29 · told from many outlets at once

Russia is expanding recruitment of African fighters to compensate for losses in its war against Ukraine.

• Russia is increasing the number of Africans it recruits.

Outlets: CITE, MakanDay, Moneyweb, NewsDay (Zimbabwe), Observador, The Insider

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