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As the fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues and rebels gain more ground, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in neighbouring Burundi. A local stadium has been turned into a temporary camp to cater for the influx of thousands of refugees fleeing the violence in DRC. Our correspondent Nomsa Maseko reports from Burundi’s economic capital Bujumbura. | BBC News Africa

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As the fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues and rebels gain more ground, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in neighbouring Burundi. A local stadium has

BBC News Africa. . As the fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues and rebels gain more ground, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in neighbouring Burundi. A local stadium has been turned into a temporary camp to cater for the influx of thousands of refugees fleeing the violence in DRC. Our correspondent Nomsa Maseko ...

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Severe floods caused by heavy rains hit parts of Mozambique killing more than 100 people and forcing thousands of people to flee their homes. A red alert has been issued across some parts of the country as more rains are expected. | BBC News Africa

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After three years of closure, the Uganda–DRC border in Bunagana has finally reopened, offering a lifeline to thousands fleeing violence in eastern Congo. Now, with the border open, there is hope for the resumption of heavy trucks and international commerce. The border, which was closed in 2021 due to conflict in eastern DRC, was opened after bilateral meetings between Democratic Republic of Congo Mayor Desire Kanyamere and Uganda district commissioners in July this year. | BBC News Africa

After three years of closure, the Uganda–DRC border in Bunagana has finally reopened, offering a lifeline to thousands fleeing violence in eastern Congo. Now, with the border open, there is hope for the resumption of heavy trucks and international commerce. The border, which was closed in 2021 due to conflict in eastern DRC, was opened after bilateral meetings between Democratic Republic of Congo Mayor Desire Kanyamere and Uganda district commissioners in July this year. | BBC News Africa

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Severe floods caused by heavy rains hit parts of Mozambique killing more than 100 people and forcing thousands of people to flee their homes. A red alert has been issued across some parts of the country as more rains are expected. | BBC News Africa

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After three years of closure, the Uganda–DRC border in Bunagana has finally reopened, offering a lifeline to thousands fleeing violence in eastern Congo. Now, with the border open, there is hope for the resumption of heavy trucks and international commerce. The border, which was closed in 2021 due to conflict in eastern DRC, was opened after bilateral meetings between Democratic Republic of Congo Mayor Desire Kanyamere and Uganda district commissioners in July this year. | BBC News Africa

After three years of closure, the Uganda–DRC border in Bunagana has finally reopened, offering a lifeline to thousands fleeing violence in eastern Congo. Now, with the border open, there is hope for the resumption of heavy trucks and international commerce. The border, which was closed in 2021 due to conflict in eastern DRC, was opened after bilateral meetings between Democratic Republic of Congo Mayor Desire Kanyamere and Uganda district commissioners in July this year. | BBC News Africa

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Over 50,000 people have fled eastern DRC to Burundi, risking their lives swimming the Rusizi River with possessions as rafts. Over 20 have died in two weeks. Survivors claim they fled M23 conscription, though the BBC cannot verify this. With M23’s rapid advance, fears persist that Burundi may not be safe either. | BBC News Africa

Over 50,000 people have fled eastern DRC to Burundi, risking their lives swimming the Rusizi River with possessions as rafts. Over 20 have died in two weeks. Survivors claim they fled M23 conscription, though the BBC cannot verify this. With M23’s rapid advance, fears persist that Burundi may not be safe either. | BBC News Africa

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Morocco has defeated Nigeria in a penalty shootout to advance to the Afcon final. Fans across the country celebrated the victory, which brings Morocco within reach of its first title in 50 years. In the other semi-final, Senegal beat Egypt to secure their place in the final. Morocco and Senegal will meet on 18 January for the tournament’s decisive match. | BBC News Africa

Morocco has defeated Nigeria in a penalty shootout to advance to the Afcon final. Fans across the country celebrated the victory, which brings Morocco within reach of its first title in 50 years. In the other semi-final, Senegal beat Egypt to secure their place in the final. Morocco and Senegal will meet on 18 January for the tournament’s decisive match. | BBC News Africa

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Warning: This video contains details of graphic violence that some people may find upsetting Fresh trauma arrives with every election season in Tanzania for 42-year-old Mariam Staford. For most, the fiesta-like rallies and songs, along with the campaign messages, signal a chance for people to make their voice heard. But for those with albinism, they bring terror. Albinism, which affects an estimated 30,000 people in Tanzania, is a rare genetic condition that reduces melanin - the pigment that gi

Warning: This video contains details of graphic violence that some people may find upsetting Fresh trauma arrives with every election season in Tanzania for 42-year-old Mariam Staford. For most, the fiesta-like rallies and songs, along with the campaign messages, signal a chance for people to make their voice heard. But for those with albinism, they bring terror. Albinism, which affects an estimated 30,000 people in Tanzania, is a rare genetic condition that reduces melanin - the pigment that gi

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'We'd rather go back home and die from the war, than stay here and die from starvation.' Humanitarian conditions at refugee camps in Burundi are deteriorating following a surge of refugees fleeing fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The United Nations says over one hundred thousand refugees have entered the country since early December, overwhelming local resources. Many camps and transit centres are struggling with overstretched health, water, and sanitation systems. | BBC News Africa

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At least 30 people have died and more than 200 others been injured after scaffolding collapsed at a church in Ethiopia. | BBC News Africa

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In September 2024, a Dam in Maiduguri, North-East Nigeria collapsed following torrential rains. It caused severe flooding, killing at least 37 people and left nearly 2 million people homeless. The government promised to rebuild the dam and resettle the victims. One year after, with the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) predicting more heavier-than-usual rains and flooding across the country, the BBC returned to the city which has also been the epicentre of Boko Haram insurgency, to see how

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Hundreds of thousands of people are "slowly starving" in Kenyan refugee camps after US funding cuts reduced food rations to their lowest ever levels. The US had provided around 70% of the funding for the WFP's operations in Kenya. Mukuniwa Bililo Mami, a mother of two from the DRC, told the BBC of how she is struggling to survive. | BBC News Africa

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Severe flooding has forced South Africa's Kruger National Park to close. Flooding in the northern provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga forced the famed park to halt visits and evacuate some guests and staff by helicopter. At least 19 people have died in recent weeks in the country after torrential rain led to floods that have damaged thousands of homes. Among those killed was a five-year-old boy in the town of Giyani, in Limpopo. President Cyril Ramaphosa met the child's family to offer his condo

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The Democratic Republic of Congo has urged Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and PSG to drop their Visit Rwanda sponsorships amid a worsening crisis. Rwanda is accused of backing M23 rebels and using sports to boost its image, allegations it denies. | BBC News Africa

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A cup of tea can solve everything, including the puzzle of how one more African nation can still reach next year’s World Cup. Cameroon, DR Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria are set to face off in African play-offs over the next few days, but that won’t be the end of it… Watch on as BBC Sport Africa’s Ian Williams boils it down for you. Edited by @bushra_nuur | BBC News Africa

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Aid agencies say they’re at breaking point. Life-saving programmes are shutting down whilst more families are being displaced. The risk of cholera and famine is rising. Now there are renewed calls for the international community to step in and push for real peace in South Sudan. Focus on Africa's Daniel Dadzie has interviewed Tom Fletcher, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator (OCHA), who has been in Juba, South Sudan. | BBC News Africa

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The first group of South African troops deployed to eastern DR Congo are due to arrive back home. The peacekeeping forces were deployed to the DRC tasked with protecting civilians and supporting the Congolese government. The M23 rebel group now control much of the surrounding areas where the South African troops are based. | BBC News Africa

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In a sit-down with the BBC, US Senior Advisor for Africa, Massad Boulos, weighs in on the agreement’s security framework and defends the controversial mineral processing arrangement between the two nations. He also confirms Rwanda’s influence over M23 rebels. | BBC News Africa

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The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have agreed a peace agreement which aims to end the conflict in the mineral-rich eastern DRC. The deal, brokered by the US, is to be signed by the two countries on June 27. So what’s in the deal and is it likely to hold? | BBC News Africa

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With just hours to go before Ivorians head to the polls, young people across the country are calling for jobs, education, and lasting peace. Many say the October 2025 election is about more than politics - it’s about securing their future. But with several top opposition candidates barred from running, tensions threaten to overshadow the vote. | BBC News Africa

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