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Egyptian giants Al Ahly sack their coach Martin Lasarte, a day after being knocked out of the Egypt Cup.

Sixteen African countries say US and EU economic sanctions are harming the region.

Mohamed Hamdan "Hemeti" Dagolo, a key military leader, has promised to abide by a power-sharing agreement with the opposition.

Senior commander Hemeti tells the BBC the military will abide by the deal to be signed on Saturday.

Some countries are seeking extra protection while others want to re-open ivory markets at key trade meeting in Geneva.