41.   Bailey, who won the world title in Gothenburg last year, is convinced the British sprint star will be at the start line in Atlanta despite repeated denials.

42.   Despite repeated denials from the authorities in Abidjan and Ouagadougou, various interim authorities in Liberia since then have periodically accused both countries of support for the NPFL.

43.   Throughout the year, the rand has come under attack due to rumours the government was about to lift exchange restrictions, despite repeated denials.

44.   She said the calls were continuing in spite of repeated denials of the rumours made over the air.