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Zimbabwe marks its first independence day without Robert Mugabe in power, with new leader Emmerson Mnangagwa repeating his vow to hold free and fair elections. IMAGES
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa wins a second term at the helm of the southern African country, election officials announce, after a vote that international observers said fell short of democratic standards. SOUNDBITE
Mexico's President Obrador takes part in a military parade to mark 210 years since the country's independence, whilst respecting social distancing measures due to the Covid-19 pandemic which has so far led to over 70.000 deaths. IMAGES
Emmerson Mnangagwa is officially sworn in as president of Zimbabwe after winning a bitterly contested election that marked the country's first vote since strongman Robert Mugabe was ousted from power. SOUNDBITE
President Mnangagwa announces a new "dawn" for Zimbabwe on his inauguration day.
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.