77 Kenyans on Russia-Ukraine frontlines as 84 killed or missing, govt says

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 8 — At least 84 Kenyans have been killed or remain missing in connection with the Russia-Ukraine war, while a total of 354 Kenyan nationals have been…

The figures released by the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs show the scale of Kenyan involvement in the war, with dozens still on the front lines, in military camps, hospitals or at unknown locations.

According to the government’s latest records, 77 Kenyans are on the front lines, while another 38 are in camps.

A further 52 Kenyans are listed at unknown locations or have yet to be classified, raising concerns over the whereabouts and welfare of dozens of nationals caught up in the conflict.

The government has recorded 34 Kenyans as hospitalised, while 62 have been repatriated to Kenya.

Five Kenyans are currently being held as prisoners of war in Ukraine, while one is in detention and another has completed their military contract.

Source: Capital FM