The Kenyan government is investigating reports that several Kenyans, allegedly trafficked to Russia, are being held as prisoners of war by Ukraine. This comes after athlete Evans Kibet, 36, claimed he was tricked into joining the Russian military and subsequently captured by Ukrainian forces.

• Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei stated that Kenya is working through its Moscow mission to gather more information on three or four Kenyans.
• Kibet told the BBC he signed papers in Russia, believing it was for a job, only to discover he had been conscripted into the military and then forced to fight.
• Ukraine has indicated willingness to negotiate repatriation for citizens like Kibet if their home governments express interest, but notes many African states show little interest.