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Liberian President's controversial Nobel

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First, we look at how Niger is suffering as the conflict in neighbouring Libya drags on. Next, we investigate why the capital of Madagascar could become Africa's biggest shantytown. Finally, despite reigning rugby champions South Africa being out of this year's World Cup, popularity for the sport is growing at home.

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