VIDEO: New leader for Zambia - in 15 secs

Zambian Vice-President Guy Scott is named acting leader following the death of President Michael Sata. Here's the story in 15 seconds.

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VIDEO: US targets al-Shabab leader - in 15 secs

The US military has carried out air strikes in Somalia, reportedly targeting a convoy carrying the leader of militant group al-Shabab. Here is the story in 15 seconds

 

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Zambia leader to go to SA for tests

Zambian President Edgar Lungu says he will be travelling to South Africa for medical tests after doctors found he needed throat surgery.

 

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White leader appointed in Zambia

Guy Scott is appointed Zambia's interim leader, Africa's first white head of state for many years, after the death of President Sata.

 

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Zambia leader 'needs treatment abroad'

Zambia's president has to undergo a throat operation abroad, his doctors say, after earlier reporting that he collapsed in public because he had malaria.

 

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Zambia leader sacked by party

Zambia's governing Patriotic Front suspends President Guy Scott as party leader for "not respecting the constitution", a spokesperson tells the BBC.

 

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Zambia arrest for leader potato jibe

An opposition politician in Zambia is arrested and charged with defamation after comparing the president to a potato in a radio interview.

 

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Zambia leader sacks potential rival

Zambia's leader sacks his justice minister, seen as a potential successor, amid rumours the president is gravely ill.

 

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VIDEO: In 60 secs: Who are al-Shabab?

A 60-second guide to Somali Islamist group

 

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VIDEO: Human trafficking in 60 secs

The BBC looks at the extent of human trafficking across the globe.

 

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