Africa: Fear of Instability Following the Death of Prime Minister Meles Zenawi

Addis Ababa : Ethiopia | Aug 24, 2012 at 4:25 AM PDT

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The long period of uncertainty over the death of Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi ended on Monday, when it was officially announced that he had passed away in a Brussels hospital at the age of 57. Rumours about the death of the Ethiopian leader started in July when it became apparent at public appearances... FULL ARTICLE AT Africa Headlines

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