Central African Republic capital falls to rebels, Bozize flees

By Paul-Marin Ngoupana BANGUI (Reuters) - Rebels in Central African Republic seized control of the riverside capital Bangui after fierce fighting on Sunday, forcing President Francois Bozize to flee and raising fears of instability in the mineral-rich heart of Africa. At least nine South African soldiers were killed trying to prevent the rebels taking Bangui, a Reuters witness said, dealing a blow to Pretoria's attempt to stabilise the chaotic Central African nation and assert its influence in the region. ...