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At least 50 civilians killed in Oromia attack
Residents in a town in Oromia, western Ethiopia, say several civilians were killed in an attack by an armed group.
Residents in a town in Oromia, western Ethiopia, say they live in fear that the gunmen who terrorised them earlier this week will return. Witnesses say at least 50 people were shot and stabbed to death when the armed group first attacked on Tuesday.
Malawi is battling a cholera outbreak that has seen a sudden spike in the number of cases.
And the Resident Presidents cannot agree about the provision of healthcare.
Photo: Silhouette of people holding arms. Credit: Getty Images.
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