Thousands of young African men have been lured to Russia under the pretense of job opportunities, only to find themselves coerced into military contracts and facing high casualty rates in Moscow's war against Ukraine, highlighting the urgent need for jobs in their home countries amidst Africa's demographic boom and economic challenges. #AfricanYouth #MilitaryRecruitment #RussiaUkraineWar #RU #NG #KE #ZA #GH
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Why are Africans Fighting in Russia's War in Ukraine?
Thousands of young African men have signed up to fight in Moscow's war against Ukraine. Some have posted cheerful videos with Russian soldiers.
