In South Africa, a large fire swept through the parliament building in cape town, damaging the 138-year-old national complex. An investigation is underway, officials though, are afraid that the damage could be extensive.

Fire sweeps through Parliament complex in Cape Town, South Africa

A major fire broke out at South African Parliament building in Cape Town on Sunday morning. Video footage showed thick black smoke billowing out of the roof of the building, filling the sky.

South African Parliament building in Cape Town catches fire

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