Kenyans Involved In Russian-Ukraine Crisis
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Kenyans Involved In Russian-Ukraine Crisis
The figures were contained in a Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement dated October 8, 2026.
By Nelson WahomeRussia-Ukraine conflict
Coe ready for CAS battle over World Athletics Russia ban
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Coe ready for CAS battle over World Athletics Russia ban
Russian Athletics has described the measures as “selective and politicised”, arguing that they have prevented the federation from properly representing its athletes on the international stage.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUkrainian strikes on Russian-annexed Crimea kill 4, pause fuel sales
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Ukrainian strikes on Russian-annexed Crimea kill 4, pause fuel sales
Ukraine said it targeted military and energy facilities in Crimea -- Moscow's key logistics base for its four-year military offensive -- in one of the biggest attacks on the peninsula in recent months.
By Samuel OtienoLarge-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured
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Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv was the main target, but other areas were also hit, with at least 83 people injured.
By Samuel OtienoDiaspora Affairs seeks Sh400 million to repatriate Kenyans in conflict zones
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Diaspora Affairs seeks Sh400 million to repatriate Kenyans in conflict zones
The State Department for Diaspora Affairs has asked MPs for an extra Sh400 million to evacuate distressed Kenyans from conflict-prone regions, as rising repatriation costs strain its budget.
By David AbonyoMudavadi: Only 252 Kenyans fighting in Russia-Ukraine conflict
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Mudavadi: Only 252 Kenyans fighting in Russia-Ukraine conflict
Mudavadi explained that the verified numbers come from embassy records in Russia, but the true count could be higher as some recruits traveled through other countries, making it difficult to trace their movements.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMudavadi departs for Moscow to boost Kenya–Russia ties, safeguard Kenyans abroad
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Mudavadi departs for Moscow to boost Kenya–Russia ties, safeguard Kenyans abroad
The two-day visit will see Mudavadi engage top Russian government officials, give a public lecture at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), and pursue measures to safeguard the welfare of Kenyans living, studying, and working in Russia
By David AbonyoExplosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine
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Explosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed "an individual suspected of carrying out the terrorist attack" had been detained.
By Samuel OtienoKenyans warned against illegal travel channels to Russia
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Kenyans warned against illegal travel channels to Russia
The advisory follows numerous inquiries from citizens and their families about suspicious employment deals arranged by online recruiters and unlicensed agents.
By Samuel OtienoThree suspects in Russian general shooting named
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Three suspects in Russian general shooting named
They include the man said to have carried out the attack, who has been named as Russian citizen Lyubomir Korba.
By Samuel OtienoTrump pushes for peace in Ukraine ‘by June’, Zelensky says
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Trump pushes for peace in Ukraine ‘by June’, Zelensky says
US-led efforts to end Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War II have stepped up a gear in recent weeks, but Moscow and Kyiv remain at odds over the key issue of territory.
By Samuel OtienoKenyan killed while fighting for Russian army- Ukraine intelligence
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Kenyan killed while fighting for Russian army- Ukraine intelligence
Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence (DIU) said the body of Clinton Nyapara Mogesa, a Kenyan citizen, was found abandoned at a former Russian military position in the Donetsk region, one of the most heavily contested areas since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
By Samuel OtienoKenyan families urge state action over alleged recruitment into Russian army
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Kenyan families urge state action over alleged recruitment into Russian army
VOCAL Africa, led by their CEO Hussein Khalid and affected families, said Kenyans had been lured, deceived and, or coerced into dangerous military engagements, after travelling abroad in search of work.
By Chrispho OwuorPrime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi
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Kenya moves to protect citizens in Russia with 18 repatriated
Kenya has repatriated 18 citizens from Russia and launched reintegration and counselling support, as authorities work with Russian and Ukrainian governments to prevent forced recruitment and secure safe passage home.
By Chrispho Owuor