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A two-day summit aimed at shaking up the global financial system has wrapped up in Paris. At the centre of discussions was how to provide assistance to the Global South as developing countries face the adverse effects of climate change.
Also, the military government ruling Mali says 97 percent of voters have approved a constitutional amendment. Those in charge say it will pave the way for civilian rule next year, but opponents say it gives the head of government too much power.
Another country heading to the polls is nearby Sierra Leone. Young voters make up over half the electorate, and they say that rising food costs could change the way they vote.
