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Burundi conflict forces thousands to neighbouring Tanzania

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Refugees in crowded camp struggle to find shelter and food

CBC News Posted: May 22, 2015 10:36 PM ET Last Updated: May 22, 2015 10:36 PM ET

UN agencies have launched an appeal for more than $200 million US to help people fleeing conflict in Burundi, saying since April alone almost 100,000 people have been affected. 

Willy Lowry travelled to Kigoma, Tanzania, to speak with some of the people who fled the country and are now struggling with limited shelter, food and clean water.

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