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Malians line the streets around Bamako's Independence Square to cheer on the military, as unrest sweeps through the capital. Witnesses earlier reported hearing gunfire at a key military base near the capital, sparking fears of a mutiny. Mali has been gripped for months by political crisis, as a protest movement galvanised by a disputed election insists that President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita resign. IMAGES
Georgians rally outside the parliament in capital Tbilisi despite the ruling party's promise to drop a controversial "foreign agent" bill reminiscent of Russian legislation used to silence critics. IMAGES
A new day of protests against Colombian President Ivan Duque begins in Bogota over government policies on issues including health, education, security, and to denounce violence by security forces. According to official figures, at least 19 people have died with more than 800 others injured and 89 people reported as missing during the week of demonstrations. NGOs claim the death toll is over 30. IMAGES
Tens of thousands of opposition supporters march through Minsk, calling for an end to strongman Alexander Lukashenko's rule amid a heavy security presence and despite dozens of arrests. Belarus protests have entered a third week since the disputed presidential election on August 9 in which Lukashenko claimed victory. IMAGES
Hundreds of protesters clash with police in Ethiopia's capital after campaigners called for nation-wide protests over the status of a disputed territory. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).