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South Africa's army deployed as riots break out over Zuma arrest

Riots break out in South Africa over the arrest of Jacob Zuma.

South Africa's army is deployed to Kwazulu Natal and parts of Guateng as riots break out in protest over the arrest of former President, Jacob Zuma.

Also, Nigerian newspapers are united against two proposed media bills. Today, all the major dailies print the same front page speaking for freedom of the press.

Plus, SADC regional leaders are frustrated after Rwanda unilaterally deploys troops to help Mozambique fight insurgents in Capo Delgado province.

(Image: Demonstrators loot a shopping centre during protests following the imprisonment of former South Africa President Jacob Zuma, in Katlehong, South Africa. Credit: REUTERS)

23 minutes

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Mon 12 Jul 202115:06GMT

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  • Mon 12 Jul 202115:06GMT

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