They were supposed to work in Russia, ended up in Putin's war. Families are protesting

Protesters are urging both Cameroon and Russia to dismantle alleged recruitment networks that lure Cameroonians into the Russian army under false job offers. A report indicates that at least 1,417 African citizens have been recruited, with over 300 reported dead in Ukraine. Families claim some were promised civilian jobs but ended up on the front lines. Campaign organizers are calling for stronger cooperation between Cameroon and Russia to halt further recruitment. Ukrainian officials revealed that over 1,780 African nationals are currently serving in the Russian military, with mercenaries from 48 countries involved in the conflict.