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Russian war, African recruitsNews

Russian war, African recruits

In tonight's programme, thousands of Africans end up amidst the war in Ukraine fighting or working on behalf of the Kremlin. We speak to a journalist who just got back from Ukraine. Also, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the C64 opposition coalition held a demonstration in the capital Kinshasa. And finally, Kenya's celebrating a stellar athletics victory as the country beats London in the race to host the 2029 World Championships.

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Global
France 24•Sep 16, 2026
Funerals for children killed after fire spreads to school in DR CongoNews

Funerals for children killed after fire spreads to school in DR Congo

Memorial services were held for at least 28 children who were killed after a fire spread to their school in DR Congo.

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Democratic Republic of the Congo
Al Jazeera•Sep 15, 2026

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