Why Central African Republic is slipping close to catastrophe

The collapse of institutions have forced 0.4 million people to flee their homes and left a million dependent on aid.

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  • A coalition of rebel groups ousted the Central African Republic's president in March
  • Since the, 0.4 million people have been displaced and a million left dependent on aid
  • Reports of inter-communal violence have sparked fears of a slide into religious conflict
  • France is sending 1,000 troops to join 400 already deployed in the African nation
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