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Alleged killings by Burkina Faso's military: What does the HRW report say?

Alleged killings by Burkina Faso's military: What does the HRW report say?

Human Rights Watch alleges the killing of more than 220 civilians by Burkina Faso's army

Focus on Africa · BBC World Service

April 26, 202431m 22s

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Show Notes

More than 220 civilians, including at least 56 children, were massacred by Burkina Faso's military in a single day this year. That's the allegation by Human Rights Watch.  So, how did HRW reach this conclusion and what's the response from the Burkina Faso government?

Also why is the DR Congo warning big tech companies, like Apple, to not use minerals from the eastern part of the country? 

And we meet Nigerian Afrobeats artist, Ayra Starr!

Presenter: Richard Kagoe Producers: Charles Gitonga, Stefania Okereke and Bella Hassan Technical Producer: Danny Cox Senior Producer: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi