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"Are you sure they were only reading a book?" - Angolan justice minister

Focus on Africa

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Fifteen young people were arrested for treason in Angola, apparently while studying non-violent techniques of protest against repressive governments. At least one of the group has written of ill treatment and torture in jail, and is on hunger strike. Angola watchers say independent journalists and diplomats are not being allowed access to the court. Focus on Africa's Audrey Brown put these allegations to Angola's Minister of Justice, Rui Mangueira. Photo: Hand holding fence. Credit: Getty Images

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