Djibouti launches a crackdown on migrants

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Why is Djibouti reportedly targeting Somalis and Ethiopians in a major anti-immigration crackdown?

Can DR Congo's former President Joseph Kabila's immunity from prosecution be lifted by authorities?

And what is driving the loss of Africa’s tropical forests?

Presenter: Richard Kagoe
Producers: Bella Hassan, Yvette Twagiramariya and Blessing Aderogba
Technical producer: Chris Kouzaris
Senior Producer: Paul Bakibinga
Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

21 May 10AM English United Kingdom News

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