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Outrage in Tanzania over 'wig tax'

As the government introduce a 25% tax on imported wigs and hair extensions

Tanzanian women have reacted with surprise and anger at the news that Finance Minister Philip Mpango is introducing a 25% tax on imported wigs and hair extensions.

And in Sudan, the Transitional Military Council has admitted ordering the break-up of a pro-democracy camp outside the army headquarters in the capital on 3 June but denies allegations the militia raped women, men and children during the attack.

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Fri 14 Jun 201915:06GMT

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