Russia's aggression: Kenyans entangled in war that is not theirs

Martin Macharia (left) and Peter Kimemia (right) in Russia. [Courtesy]

Kenyans and other Africans have been dying in Russia’s war against Ukraine at an alarming rate, yet their governments have not moved to save citizens from the Russian dragnet. 

Three days ago, a South African Member of Parliament resigned following allegations that she tricked 17 men to fight for Russia as mercenaries in Ukraine. She had to leave because the constitution of the country does not allow South African nationals to serve the military of another country