In this edition we will also go to Abidjan, which is considered the party capital in French-speaking West Africa. But since the health crisis, bars, nightclubs and performance venues have lowered the curtain. Four months later, they are the last businesses affected by the restrictive measures.

Particularly affected by the disease, South Africa is the most exposed country on the continent, with more than 400,000 confirmed cases. The International Monetary Fund has released emergency aid to the tune of $ 4 billion, a record in the context of this health crisis. Details from our correspondent in Cape Town.

Finally, return to the life of lawyer Gisèle Halimi, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 93. Passionate about her profession, she has especially distinguished herself through her numerous fights for women's rights. In Algeria, she made an impression when she defended FLN militants.

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