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

ISS, 23 August 2012

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… Read more »
Ethiopia: Obama Urges New Leader to Promote Human Rights, Security

Sudan Tribune, 25 August 2012

US president, Barack Obama, has spoken with Ethiopia's acting prime minister, Hailemariam Desalegn, who has become nation's new leader following the death of his predecessor on 21… Read more »
Ethiopia: Prime Minister Meles Zenawi's Burial on 2 September

Sudan Tribune, 23 August 2012

The funeral of the late Ethiopian leader, Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, will be held on September second, a national committee set up to organize the funeral proceedings… Read more »
Ethiopia: Death of Ethiopian Leader Meles Brings 'Opportunity for Peace'

IPS, 22 August 2012

Following Monday's announcement of the death of long-time Ethiopian leader Meles Zenawi, Ethiopian civil society leaders and Western rights groups are characterising the turn of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia After Meles

Crisis Group, 22 August 2012

The death of Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, who had not been seen in public for several months, was announced on 20 August 2012 by Ethiopian state television. Read more »

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Africa: Meles's Death - National and Regional Implications

Chatham House, 21 August 2012

The government of Ethiopia announced late last night that Prime Minister Meles Zenawi had died, ending weeks of intense speculation over his condition and throwing the country's… Read more »
Ethiopia: Meles's Death Sparks Succession Planning

African Arguments, 21 August 2012

The death of Ethiopian President Meles Zenawi was announced this morning, following complications arising after a long illness. Yet for weeks now, rumours have been flying around… Read more »
Africa: The Continent Mourns Meles

New Times, 22 August 2012

AFRICAN leaders yesterday joined the people of Ethiopia to mourn the death of their Prime Minister Meles Zenawi. Read more »
Ethiopia: Meles Zenawi and The Death of The African Renaissance

Daily Maverick, 22 August 2012

For once, the rumours about Meles Zenawi’s death were true. Simon Allison looks at the legacy of the Ethiopian prime minister who fell far short of his early promise. Read more »
East Africa: World Leaders Mourn Zenawi

Daily News, 22 August 2012

PRESIDENT Jakaya Kikwete and other world leaders are mourning the death of Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi with high praise. Read more »

South Africa: President Jacob Zuma Sends His Condolences to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Govt of SA, 21 August 2012

On behalf of the Government and the People of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency, President Jacob Zuma, conveys deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Government and… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan President Mourns Zenawi

Capital FM, 21 August 2012

President Mwai Kibaki has sent a message of condolence to the family, the government and people of Ethiopia following the death of Prime Minister Meles Zenawi. Read more »
Ethiopia: Zenawi Deserves Praise for Contributions to Development, Obama Says

State Department, 21 August 2012

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Ethiopia: What Might a Post-Meles Era Bring?

ThinkAfricaPress, 9 August 2012

As Prime Minister Meles Zenawi of Ethiopia concludes his 21st year of rule, and as rumours of his illness and possible demise abound, many are wondering what the future holds for… Read more »

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Mixed Reactions for Ethiopia's PM Meles Zenawi

Reviews of the legacy of Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi and reactions to his death continue. Read more »
- Ethiopia: Beyond Expectations - the Enduring Image of Prime Minister Meles' Legacy
- East Africa: Meles Zenawi - An Indelible Figure Who Leaves Mixed Regional Legacies
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Dies at 57

Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi, has died from an infection while being treated at a hospital in Europe for an undisclosed illness, according to state sources. His death ... Read more »
- Ethiopia: Prime Minister Meles Zenawi Dies
- Ethiopia: 'Sudden Infection' Kills Prime Minister Meles Zenawi