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Zimbabwe: Mugabe Resigns After 37-Year Rule
President Mugabe's resignation sparked wild celebrations on the nation's streets
Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe has resigned, ending his 37-year rule. The surprise announcement halted an impeachment hearing that had begun against him and sparked wild celebrations on the nation's streets.
Also in the programme: more on the suicide attack in the northeastern town of Mubi in Nigeria, and a special report from Uzbekistan.
Image: A man waves a flag in front of the parliament in Harare. Credit: Tony Karumba/AFP/Getty Images.
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