Fears that scenes of repression and protest that have consumed parts of North Africa would spread further into the continent following the re-election of President Paul Biya of Cameroon appear to be receding.
Mr Biya has been warmly congratulated by French president Nicolas Sarkozy after being returned to power at the age of 78 – some 30 years after first being elected.
Mr Sarkozy gave assurances to …

 
“I wish Father Christmas offers me the latest video game,” says Joanna. “I wish he offers me the whole set of  Tintin  adventures  DVD,” adds Tony.  “I wish I could still be alive,” spouts Youssef in tears.“
My brother died last Christmas age ten. He was a soldier in Darfur.”
 
Joanna and Tony both hug Youssef to share his sadness, as he continues explaining how his …