Mudavadi Now Says 252 Kenyans Fighting for Russia Breached the Law - April 2026

Musalia Mudavadi, Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary, has stated that 252 Kenyans found fighting for Russia have broken the law. This comes as three Kenyans have been confirmed dead in the Russia-Ukraine war, with several others reportedly stranded. The Kenyan government is actively seeking funds to facilitate the repatriation of its citizens caught in the conflict zone. Meanwhile, families of Kenyans who were allegedly duped into joining the Russian military are urgently appealing to the Kenyan government for immediate action and justice. Several Kenyans who were injured while fighting for Russia have expressed their despair following a visit by Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, stating it left them feeling more hopeless.