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Nationwide protests have taken place since October 7 despite the disbanding of the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) police unit.

The demonstrators have been accused of attacking police stations and personnel. 

The rallies which are mostly attended by young people have become avenues to vent against corruption and unemployment. 

Rights groups say at least 15 people have been killed the demonstrations began in early October.

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[Premium Times] Several protesters died Tuesday night when Nigerian soldiers opened fire on protesters at the Lekki toll gate.

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Dear Editor,

As an old man and a citizen of Guyana in self-exile, I still feel that I ought to comment on certain tendencies in Guyanese society and its governance as they appear to me.

The article Disturbing tendencies in Guyanese society appeared first on Stabroek News.

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