The military in Guinea-Bissau has claimed foiling a coup by soldiers from within its ranks, APA learnt on Friday. In a statement Guinea-Bissau’s military chief General Biague Na Ntan said those involved in the attempted coup to overthrow civilian president Umaru Sissoco Embalo have been identified, arrested and detained. President[Read More…]
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Gambia Secures UN Human Rights Council Seat
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