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SA joins condemnation of attempted military coup in Gabon
Two of the five coup leaders have been killed as the army restores control, closing down the internet and broadcasting services in the oil-rich, small West...
President Ali Bongo was declared the election winner by fewer than 6,000 votes.
Former foreign minister Jean Ping lost the August election to President Ali Bongo by fewer than 6,000 votes.
Their protests undermined Bongo’s attempts to project stability following the election’s violent aftermath.
The AU and UN expressed concern over the violence, saying the situation could affect regional stability.
Violence erupted across Gabon on Wednesday following the announcement of a slim victory for Bongo.
Violent protests raged in at least nine neighbourhoods of the capital Libreville, a police source said.