Denis Sassou-Nguesso

Denis Sassou-Nguesso

• Republic of Congo passes anti-smoking law

  A Republic of Congo official says the country is announcing a new law that limits the sale and consumption of tobacco. Minister of Health Francois ... 

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  Rebels, Central African Republic to hold talks

  Talks between Central African Republic's government and the rebels who now control much of the country's north are set to get under way no later than ... 

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  C. African Republic leader fires son from post

  Facing an insurgency by a new rebel coalition, the president of Central African Republic consolidated military power under his control Thursday after ... 

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  Central African Republic rebels ignore negotiation

  President Francois Bozize's government came under growing threat Monday as rebels vowing to overthrow him rejected appeals from the African Union to ...