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Oct 2020
28m 23s

Darfur: Seeking justice

Bbc World Service
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Does Sudan's new dawn finally mean a chance for justice? The country’s former president, Omar al-Bashir, is charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide in Darfur. Having lost power, he’s finally facing trial. But after so long, what does it mean to the victims? Thanks for listening. Let us know what you think. #TheComb Get in touch: thecomb@bbc.com

Produced by Mary Goodhart

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