Russia is expanding military recruitment in some of Africa's poorest countries to offset heavy losses and manpower

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…shortages in Ukraine, according to a Ukrainian intelligence report. Recruitment surged in Burundi (699 recruits, up from 30 in 2025) and Zimbabwe (530, up from 65), with increases also reported in Sierra Leone, Sudan, Cameroon and DR Congo. The shift follows warnings and objections from several African governments over recruitment practices, including false promises of civilian jo

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26 Oct 2026, 10:59 UTC

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