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South Africa: Residents evacuated after Table Mountain wildfire
The University of Cape Town as well as residential buildings have been evacuated
Several buildings at the University of Cape Town, including its library, have been damaged following the spread of a wildfire around Table Mountain. Around two-hundred-and-fifty firefighters have been battling the blaze, which has been fanned by strong winds.
In Chad the army says it has destroyed a rebel convoy that was heading towards the capital city N'Djamena. But residents there are worried.
And, South Sudanese musician Dynamq talks about his love of reggae and dancehall music.
(Image: Blaze burning down Table Mountain. Credit: Getty Image)
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