Jerry Rawlings of Ghana Dies

One of Africa’s outspoken leaders, Jerry Rawlings of Ghana has died. Mr. Rawlings died today November 12, 2020 from Covid-19 complications in Accra.

Jerry Rawlings was the former president of Ghana who came to power in 1981 through a coup d’état. He is known to have brought revolutionary change to Ghana. Until his death, Jerry Rawlings has been outspoken against corruption and bad governance in Africa. Mr. Rawlings is a well-respected statesman in Africa and the world.
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