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The war in the north of Ethiopia continues to take a heavy toll on civilians. The latest reports are from the Amhara region, where people have accused fighters from Tigray of subjecting them to horrific crimes and suffering.

Severe smog and air pollution have been hanging over Madagascar's capital city, Antananarivo for several days, putting vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children and people with pre-existing respiratory conditions, at risk.

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Photo: A Tigrayan residents shows his grief. Credit: Getty Images.