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How has Goma changed under M23 fighters?

How has Goma changed under M23 fighters?

M23 took control of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, six months ago

Africa Daily · BBC World Service

July 23, 202529m 28s

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Show Notes

The city of Goma in the conflict-hit east of the Democratic Republic of Congo was seized by the M23 armed group earlier this year after intense fighting with government forces. How has the city changed after six months under the group’s control?

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Presenter: Richard Kagoe Producers: Tom Kavanagh, Sunita Nahar and Nyasha Michelle in London. Blessing Aderogba in Lagos Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi