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A poet in a Burundi war zone, part 2
Content Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence
JP Bimeni is a writer turned soul singer who walked through a massacre unscathed as his country fell into conflict. At just 16 he had a lot more living, and almost dying, to do. Now a successful performer these experiences seep into his songs.
Presenter: Jo Fidgen
Producer: Louise Morris
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By BBC World Service
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Content Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence
JP Bimeni is a writer turned soul singer who walked through a massacre unscathed as his country fell into conflict. At just 16 he had a lot more living, and almost dying, to do. Now a successful performer these experiences seep into his songs.
Presenter: Jo Fidgen
Producer: Louise Morris
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