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Rebels fight on in eastern DR Congo ahead of truce
M23 rebels were still fighting and advancing on one front of their offensive in east of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday, civilian and military sources said, just hours before a ceasefire was to come into force. M23 rebels were to withdraw from "occupied zones", failing which the East African regional force would intervene.
Army foils coup bid in Sao Tome: prime minister
The military has foiled a coup attempt in Sao Tome and Principe, the prime minister of the island nation off the western coast of Africa said in a video message confirmed by AFP on Friday.
Mali junta hits out at critical rights report
Mali's junta has hit back at a new report accusing the army and Russian paramilitaries as well as rebels of "grave crimes" against civilians, saying it "totally rejects" the charges. The government said it "totally rejects" the FIDH charges of persecution against the Peul community, which is often accused of supplying men for jihadist groups.
Uganda closes schools to fight Ebola, new cases fall
Uganda closed schools nationwide on Friday to curb the spread of Ebola, despite the health minister insisting to AFP that new cases had declined.
Civilians flee as jihadists advance in northeast Mali
Jihadists aligned with the Islamic State group are advancing in northeastern Mali, prompting terrified citizens to flee their homes, sources there say. The Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) launched an offensive in the Gao and Menaka regions in March, triggering heavy fighting with local armed groups and rival jihadists.
M23 rebels say Rwanda-DR Congo ceasefire deal does not affect them
The M23 rebel group said Thursday that a ceasefire announced a day earlier "doesn't really concern us," while calling for "direct dialogue" with Democratic Republic of Congo's government.
Jones calls for referee respect as Springboks' Erasmus misses England game
England coach Eddie Jones said referees had to be treated with respect as his team prepared to face a South Africa side who will be without Rassie Erasmus at Twickenham. - 'Fight and fight' - But the teams' most recent meeting was a far closer contest, England edging the Springboks 27-26 at Twickenham last year.
Sierra Leone politicians throw punches in parliament, leaving netizens in stitches
Sierra Leone’s Parliament turned chaotic when members of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the All People’s Congress (APC) threw punches and chairs.
I.Coast's Ble Goude says he wants to make low-key return
Charles Ble Goude, a key figure in post-electoral violence that swept Ivory Coast 11 years ago, wants to make a low-key homecoming this weekend, his representatives said on Thursday. But Boga Sako, who heads the welcoming committee, told a press conference that Ble Goude "wishes to make a sober return."
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