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CAR: state of emergency declared as rebels advance
The Central African Republic has declared a state of emergency as armed groups try to lay siege to the capital, Bangui.
The United Nations is calling for more peacekeepers to be sent to the Central African Republic (CAR) after recent deadly attacks by rebel groups who want to overthrow the government.
Plus, the former US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs on what to expect from a Biden presidency.
And Resident President Olushambles breaks into song to share his unhappiness about the News.
Photo: United Nations peacekeepers on patrol in a northern district of Bangui, Central African Republic. Credit: Reuters.
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