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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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