Charles Njoki, Patrick Kwoba and Francis Ndarua who all signed up to fight for Russia.
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The African men lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine

Hundreds of African men have been enticed to fight for Russia in Ukraine with the promise of civilian jobs and high salaries but they tell CNN they are being deceived or sent to frontlines with little combat training. CNN's Larry Madowo reports.

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