{{The Seleka rebels who overthrew Central African Republic’s president are now demanding that they be paid before they disarm.}}<\/p>\n
Seleka Lt. Ali Alkanto said Saturday that his fighters should receive salaries before they lay down their arms.<\/p>\n
He said if the new government doesn’t pay the rebels there could be violent clashes.
\nThe demand raises concerns about growing dissent within the rebel movement.<\/p>\n
Seleka now controls the national government, headed by Michel Djotodia, although observers say those in the capital wield little control over the rebels who are in the country’s north.<\/p>\n
While the rebels await payment, senior Seleka leaders have set up residence at the countrkly’s only luxury hotel.<\/p>\n
Seleka is made up of a coalition of several different rebel groups.<\/p>\n
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