Rebirth in Somalia Amid War-Weary Hope and Aid
AP Special Correspondent describes Mogadishu’s slow return to normalcy as warlords recede. Amid famine and collapse, outsiders focus on rebuilding farming, schools, water, and power while Somali exiles return home and aid money flows. The Green Line may fade if fragile peace holds.
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Castro says vote shows confidence in Cuba
Fidel Castro hailed Cuba's nationwide local elections with 90 percent turnout as a show of government confidence to survive economic hardship. The vote elected 13,600 municipal council members under a new law. candidates were party approved. Ballots at times blank or void prompted questions about turnout meaning.
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South Africa purges six generals over covert operations
South Africa aims a major military shakeup after President F W de Klerk sacked 16 personnel including six generals tied to a secret campaign against the ANC and other opposition groups. Defense Minister Gene Louw pledged reform of military intelligence and an end to irregular activity amid possible killings.
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