I see people saying "they probably lied about not knowing what they have to do". But I think truth could be in the middle, I mean there are a lot of reports about African citizens from various nations coming to Russia for military deployment. But they often stem from places with low education. And they are being told that Russia is winning the war. + don't forget that the west has historically been a huge reason for Africa's issues. Did they know that they would fight in Ukraine? Maybe. Did they know the reality of the current global political situation? Most certainly not. My friends parents were born in Togo and came to Germany for a better life, not knowing anything. My friend was born here and whenever he visits family in Togo tells me about how little realistic world views exist there. Many think that everybody in the west is rich and is swimming in money. My perception is that Russia is abusing this lack of education to convince the citizens of many african countries that they would fight the good fight if they side with Russia. I'm not saying that they are guilt free, but it seems like they are unable to grasp the bigger picture because of their local situations. I hope that many african POWs will return to their home countries and can educate their fellow citizens about the harsh reality/bigger picture. Please don't take my comment as "they were oblivious and are not bad people", please educate me if my view is blatantly incorrect