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‘Muscle exodus’ a symbol of Cameroon’s despondent youth

The disappearance of seven Cameroon athletes at the London Olympics reflects young people’s lack of hope in a country that is failing to give them any return on their efforts, analysts said. The five boxers, one swimmer and one footballer were reported missing Thursday and are thought to have defected.