Counting has begun in Kenya's elections. Initial results indicate the country's former finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta has edged ahead of his rival Raila Odinga. Less violence has been reported than in 2007.
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54 African leaders along with international dignitaries are celebrating the AU's 50th anniversary in Ethiopia. Delegates hailed it as a milestone in the continent's history, but also noted that many challenges remain.
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