<p>The leader of the Islamic State group operating in Iraq and Syria accepts the pledge of allegiance from Nigeria’s Boko Haram jihadists. Both extremist movements have violently declared caliphates in the regions where they operate. </p><br />Also, we discover Barefoot Law, a Ugandan organisation sending legal advice straight to the phones and social network pages of those who need it most.<br />Finally, we take a look at the Womadelaide festival, which is celebrating African culture in Australia.<br /><br />Visit our website:<br />http://www.france24.com<br /><br />Like us on Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/FRANCE24.English<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter:<br />https://twitter.com/France24_en
