Africa Faces Drought Famine and Conflicts in 1984
The AP reports Africa enters 1984 amid drought and famine affecting millions, a severe economic downturn, and wars in Chad South West Africa and Western Sahara. Nigeria's civilian government topples as Buhari takes power, reshaping regional politics and stressing OAU mediation efforts.
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Kenya
Africa
Chad
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Western Sahara
Nigeria
Shehu Shagari
Mohammed Buhari
Sahara
Goukouni Queddei
Hissene Habre
Zaire
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Ethiopia
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Algeria
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Helms Declares Re-Election Bid Refusing to Sell Soul
Conservative Sen. Jesse Helms opened his campaign for a third term in Raleigh saying he will not compromise his principles for votes. The race against Gov. Jim Hunt looms as potentially the nation's costliest statewide contest, with Hunt signaling a bid despite no formal launch. Helms reiterated his stance after filing papers at the State Board of Elections.
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