Kenyan Embassy in Moscow Urges Kenyans in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan to Register Amid Safety Concerns

# What happened

# Why the embassy acted The notice cites growing safety concerns affecting Kenyans in the three countries. Reported issues include Kenyans being targeted by unverified online recruiters and informal agents promising well-paid jobs, residency and safe living conditions. Those promises have left some Kenyans stranded abroad and dependent on the embassy for help.

# What the embassy asked citizens to do

• Register or notify the embassy through its website, email, social media platforms or by telephone.
• Maintain contact so the mission can provide timely information and assistance when needed.

The embassy emphasized it is open to provide consular services to Kenyans in distress or requiring clarifications and other necessary help.

# Emergency contact details provided The notice included two emergency telephone numbers for immediate assistance: +7 (968) 014 84 32 and +7 (968) 014 84 33. These are intended for urgent consular cases.

# The problems prompting the notice Unverified recruiters and informal agents have used false job offers to lure Kenyans to Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan. The outcomes reported include:

• Stranded migrants without promised jobs or safe housing.

• Calls to the Kenyan government reporting people trapped in military settings or suffering combat injuries.

# What this means for Kenyans planning travel or already abroad If you are a Kenyan in or transiting Russia, Belarus or Kazakhstan, register with the embassy so you can be reached in an emergency and have easier access to consular services. If you are considering job offers that involve travel to these countries, treat unsolicited recruiters and informal agents with caution: the embassy's notice links recent distress cases to such recruitment tactics.

# Practical steps for Kenyan nationals

• Register with the Kenyan Embassy in Moscow through the official website, email, social media channels or by phone.
• Save the emergency numbers provided by the embassy in your phone.

• Keep local and embassy contact details accessible and check embassy communications for updates.

# Bottom line The embassy's registration request is a direct response to reports of scams, stranding and conflict-related risks. Registering ensures the mission can contact and assist you quickly if you encounter trouble while in Russia, Belarus or Kazakhstan.