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Somalia conference is a turning point, says Cameron

February 24, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Prime minister says west must help Somalis build a stable future or conflict-ridden country’s problems will continue to reoccur. The world has reached a turning point in helping Somalis reclaim their country, David Cameron said on Thursday, as he opened … read more »

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Horn of Africa crisis may last into summer: EU

December 6, 2011 by IndepthAfrica

The crisis in Horn of Africa which has left more than 13 million people at risk of starvation will continue into the spring, and possibly the summer, the European Union’s top aid official said on Tuesday. European Humanitarian Aid Commissioner … read more »

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Ivory Coast death toll surges as 12 killed in Abidjan attack

March 17, 2011 by benim

At least 12 people were killed when a market was shelled in a stronghold of recognised president Alassane Ouattara Thursday, sending fears soaring for civilians caught up in a bloody election dispute. The attack, which several witnesses attributed to troops … read more »

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Indonesian Volcano Erupts Again

October 31, 2010 by benim

Indonesia’s most volatile volcano erupted again Sunday, triggering panic among thousands of people who had returned to the mountain to check on crops and livestock. Indonesia sent in troops Saturday to forcibly evacuate villagers from the slopes of Mount Marapi, … read more »

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