mutsamudu – The Mail & Guardian

/ 26 March 2008

Ousted Comoran renegade leader still on the run

Comoran and African forces on Wednesday battled die-hard supporters of Anjouan’s fugitive strongman as the federal authorities pledged a transition government in the Indian Ocean isle by the end of the week. Mohamed Bacar (45) was still on the run on the second day of the military operation.

By Emmanuel Goujon

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Africa

/ 26 March 2008

Forces comb Comoros island for renegade leader

A coalition of Comoran and African Union (AU) troops on Wednesday combed Anjouan hunting for its renegade leader after invading the Indian Ocean island the day before. The coalition staged its long-awaited landing in Anjouan’s capital and main port of Mutsamudu, where they were greeted by cheering residents.

By Emmanuel Goujon