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Angolans Replace 38-Year Incumbent President
Voting has closed to replace Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who's ruled since 1979.
Voting has closed in Angola in an election to replace Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who's ruled as the country's president since 1979. We'll explore what the oil-rich nation's future holds.
Also in the programme: campaigners criticise the legal auction of rhino horns; and Samsung launches a replacement for its exploding Galaxy Note 7 smartphone.
(Photo: Supporters of the MPLA candidate for president gather for a campaign rally in Luanda, on August 19, 2017. Credit: Marco Longari / AFP / Getty Images)
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