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Ghana's former president Jerry Rawlings dies aged 73
Ghana's former military ruler and president Jerry Rawlings has died at the age of 73. As tributes are being paid, we focus on the life of the charismatic figure who came to power in 1979 to rally against corruption.
(Photo: Ghana's former leader Jerry Rawlings. Credit: Getty Images)
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