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September 22, 2008

Burma 'to free 9,000 prisoners'

(BBC News) The Burmese government says it is releasing 9,000 prisoners for good behaviour, so they can take part in 2010 elections.

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ANC confirms Mbeki's successor

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Burma 'to free 9,000 prisoners'

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