In Uvira, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, conflict has severely impacted the local economy. In mid-December, the border with neighbouring Burundi closed after M23 rebels captured the city. Small businesses are at a standstill, and prices have exploded. FRANCE 24’s Emmett Livingstone and Cedric Bengera report straight from one of Uvira’s still operating markets
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