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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 29 MIN

Who is behind a church attack in DR Congo?

from Focus on Africa · host BBC World Service

More than 40 people including women and children were killed in an attack by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), in the town of Komanda, east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The militia group is linked to the so-called Islamic state, a jihadi militant group. Majority of those killed were worshippers at a local church, nearby shops were also attacked and looted. Also, why Cameroonian opposition leader Maurice Kamto is challenging his disqualification from October’s presidential election list. And what's the impact of Africa's disappearing Wetlands? Presenter: Richard Kagoe Producers: Tom Kavanagh, Nyasha Michelle and Yvette Twagiramariya Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

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