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24 May 2012 Last updated at 21:33 ET

Counting begins after Egypt voteAn Egyptian policeman smokes as officials count the ballots after the polls are closed in Cairo May 24, 2012

Counting begins at some polling stations after two days of voting in Egypt's first free presidential election, as the Muslim Brotherhood claims a lead.

Caesar AchellamUganda row over LRA rebel amnesty

A senior commander in the rebel Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) should be granted amnesty just like other LRA fighters, his lawyer tells the BBC - sparking a row with the public prosecutor.

Uhuru KenyattaICC rejects Kenya trial challenge

The International Criminal Court rejects a challenge from four Kenyan politicians accused of crimes against humanity, clearing the way for them to face trial in the Hague.

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