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South Africa's President Jacob Zuma sacks a vocal critic in his cabinet
Is his attempt to refresh his administration putting him in murkier waters?
South Africa's President Jacob Zuma sacks a vocal critic in his cabinet. Somalia calls for blood donations in the wake of Saturday's Mogadishu blast - Turkey sends doctors. Plus,Cameroon's prime minister, Philemon Yang, starts a controversial visit to troubled English-speaking regions in a bid to quash separatist moves.
Picture: President Jacob Zuma addresses the party faithful at a recent ANC policy conference. Credit: BBC
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