FORMER GHANIAN LEADER JERRY RAWLINGS IS DEAD

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    Former Ghanian President Jerry John Rawlings has died at the age of 73.

    Rawlings led two coups, first in 1979, before twice being elected President in multi-party polls.

    A charismatic figure, he first seized power railing against corruption and was responsible for executing several former Heads of State for their alleged graft and mismanagement.

    He was also seen as a champion of the poor, but came to be criticised for alleged human rights abuses.

    A week of national mourning has been announced in Ghana in his honour.

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