For this portion of The Midday Newswrap Tom looks to Africa to focus on major stories and developments from the continent. Contentious presidential elections in Liberia and Kenya have dominated headlines, as results in both contests have been halted due to allegations of fraud. As Liberia attempts its first nonviolent transition to power in over seven decades, its Supreme Court has been the linchpin to peace, amid accusations of bribery and intimidation. In Kenya, whilst the courts have tried to uphold the electoral process, they have not been able hold off bloodshed as nearly 30 people have died during election protests, and clashes with police. Finally, a examination of Niger and the Sahel, where four Green Berets were killed during US military operations. Emira Woods is an Associate Fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies, a technology firm that works on social and economic justice issues. She joins Tom for an update on Africa.

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