TROUBLES IN AFRICA.
Suakim, September 26. The rebels, having received reinforcements, assaulted a fort outside the town, but were severely repulsed. The situation here is becoming very grave, and it will require a large force to dislodge the rebels, who have thrown up earthworks within 500 yards of the forts. September 29. Another Egyptian battalion has been ordered here to reinforce those holding the forts. The rebels continue to advance in the trenches, despite the heavy fire from the guns of H.M.S. Gannel. Zanzibar, September 26. The rising against the Europeans has extended along the entire coast of Zanzibar district. Several German officials have been murdered at Lindi Bay, north of Cape Delgado, September 28. The rebels have renounced their allegiance to the Sultan, on the ground that he had no power lo transfer the country to the Germans. The tribes are flocking to the coast in immense numbers, and all German residents have been expelled, except at Bagamoys and Durbalaun. London, September 27. The Government have issued a proclamation declaring Zaluland a permanent British possession, They also offer to annex Bechuanaland to the Cape.
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Temuka Leader, Issue 1797, 2 October 1888, Page 1
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185TROUBLES IN AFRICA. Temuka Leader, Issue 1797, 2 October 1888, Page 1
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