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Anti-UN protests in DR Congo turn deadly

At least seven civilians and three UN members are reported to have been killed in anti-UN protests in Goma and Butembo.

At least seven civilians and three UN members are reported to have been killed as demonstrations in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo turn deadly. Protesters accuse the UN of being ineffective and want the mission to leave.

Plus, French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on an official visit to Africa, meets his Cameroonian counterpart Paul Biya.

And Liberian musician Lisa Jesslyne Williams, has composed a patriotic song to mark her country鈥檚 175th independence anniversary.

Photo: Congolese protesters outside UN compound run after they were dispersed. Credit: Reuters.

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Tue 26 Jul 2022 19:06GMT

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