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War in Ukraine
Russia’s Shadow Recruitment Reaches Cameroon, 16 Nationals Killed in Ukraine
In February, Sybiha warned Russia was using “bait-and-switch” tactics to lure recruits from 36 African countries. Cameroon now confirms 16 of its nationals were killed fighting in Ukraine.
April 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Cameroon Confirms Deaths of 16 Nationals Fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Cameroon has confirmed the deaths of 16 nationals fighting for Russia in Ukraine, marking a rare official acknowledgment by an African government of citizen fatalities in Ukraine.
April 7, 2026
Ukraine
Kyiv Struck Russian Tanker Off Libya Using New Libyan Bases, Officials Claim
The statements came just days after reports of Ukrainian troops operating out of bases in north Africa’s Libya, though Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) has refused to comment on the reports.
April 7, 2026
Ukraine
Ukrainian Military Presence Reported in Western Libya Amid Expanding ‘Shadow War’ With Russia
Reports suggest over 200 Ukrainian military personnel are operating in western Libya, pointing to a widening covert confrontation between Kyiv and Moscow beyond Ukraine.
April 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kenya FM Flies to Moscow to Halt Russian Army Press-Ganging
Mudavadi will bid to secure the repatriation of Kenyans stranded in Russia after being lured to the country with promises of well-paid work, only to be press-ganged into fighting for the Russian army.
March 16, 2026
Russia
French FM Declares Ties Restored With CAR, Key Russian Ally
In the face of the CAR’s long-standing instability, Touadera has come to rely more and more on mercenaries from Russia’s Wagner group.
March 13, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ghana Says 55 Citizens Killed Fighting For Russia As Recruitment of African Nationals Draws Scrutiny
African governments are stepping up warnings and investigations as mounting casualties reveal the scale of recruitment efforts targeting vulnerable young men across the continent.
Feb. 27, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Hosts Ghana’s Top Diplomat as Kyiv Warns of Russian Recruitment in Africa
Accra is seeking the release of two citizens captured in Ukraine after being lured into Russia’s military, as both countries explore the possibility of deepening political and economic ties.
Feb. 25, 2026
