Kenya: 2 More Kenyans Killed Fighting for Russian Forces in Ukraine War Identified

Two more Kenyans killed in Russia-Ukraine war

The agency said the Kenyans were lured into the war while working in Qatar for private security firms.

Kenya: 2 More Kenyans Killed Fighting for Russian Forces in Ukraine War Identified

Nairobi -- The bodies of two more Kenyans who were fighting for Russian forces in the Russia-Ukraine war have been identified, Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (DIU) reported on Friday.

Kenya newspapers review: Kenyans recruited by Russia in Qatar killed in first mission in Ukraine war

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine found the bodies of two more Kenyan citizens who were recruited by Russia in the city of Lyman in the Donetsk region.

Ukraine recovers two more bodies of Kenyans fighting for Russia

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has reported the deaths of two more Kenyan citizens allegedly recruited into Russia’s war against Ukraine, further intensifying concerns over the safety of Kenyans seeking work abroad.

Ukraine recovers two more bodies of Kenyans killed while fighting for Russian Army and reveals their identities!

Friday, February 06, 2026 - The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has confirmed the recovery of bodies belonging to two Kenyan nationals recruited by Russia to fight in Ukraine. The deceased have been identified as Ombwori Denis Bagaka, born January 30th, 1987, and Wahome Simon Gititu, born May 21st, 1991. Their remains were discovered near the city of Lyman in the Donetsk region, close to another Kenyan mercenary, Clinton Nyapara Mogesa, who was …

2 more Kenyans killed fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine war identified

Ukraine confirms the deaths of two more Kenyan nationals recruited to fight for Russian forces. Officials warn of trafficked citizens and fake recruitment scams.