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This Week in Africa

This Week in Africa

A look back at the people and events that have made the news in Africa this week and offering insight and analysis of the continent's top stories with a light touch. This weekly 30 minute programme is presented by Joseph Warungu and broadcast on Saturday and Sunday at 1830 GMT.

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  • Africa news review 2009

    Sat, 26 Dec 09

    Duration:
    27 mins

    Africa's first sitting president, Sudan's al-Bashir indicted by the ICC. Political instability in Guinea; dozens of civilians killed by the army while the military leader survived an assassination attempt. And Africa joined the world in mourning the death of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

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