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Ethiopian Prime Minister Haremairiam Desalegn Resigns
Reports and analysis of the day's political, economic and sports news from across Africa.
Announcing his resignation on state television, he said his departure was 'vital to carry out reforms' which would lead to peace and democracy.
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(Image: Ethiopian prime minister Haremairiam Desalegn. Credit: Getty Images)
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