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Who Are the Rebels?
The Seleka rebels are composed of fighters from three groups — Union of Democratic Forces for Unity, the Wa Kodro Salute Patriotic Convention and the Convention of Patriots for Justice and Peace — who have joined forces to launch a rebellion. Seleka means “alliance” in the local Sango language.
(Photo: David Lewis /Landov)
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