Families of Kenyans trafficked to Russia demand Ruto's action

Families of Kenyans trafficked to Russia and allegedly forced into the war in Ukraine are demanding government action.

Kenya's President William Ruto hosts Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at State House, Nairobi on May 29, 2023. Kenya said it will deepen its relations with Russia to increase trade volumes. Photo/State House

They want President William Ruto to meet them before Kenya’s delegation leaves for the Africa-Russia Summit in Moscow.

The families are seeking the repatriation of survivors, the recovery of bodies for burial and full disclosure on the fate of their loved ones.

It is now 374 days since Kenyan authorities raided an apartment and disrupted a suspected trafficking ring on September 27, 2025.

An estimated 1,000 Kenyans are believed to be in Russia, with more than 350 reportedly dead. Now, more than 30 families are demanding urgent government action to save those still at risk.

Source: Citizen Digital