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The pair were found drinking in a bar which had defied orders to close to halt the spread of Covid-19.

There is growing concern about the impact the virus will have on poorer countries.

President Andry Rajoelina claims a locally developed plant-based tonic has already cured two people.

As the World Food Programme warns of the worst crisis since WWII, which countries are most vulnerable?

Those in mandatory confinement have been complaining about prison-like conditions and the expense.