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The Movement for the Salvation of Azawad vigorously opposed the armed conflict in northern Mali and instead called for stronger anti-terrorism measures....
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The African Development Bank Group, on 25 September 2023, announces the 15-month debarment of Joycot General Contractors Ltd. effective 8 September 2023....
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