Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn oversaw a smooth handover on the death of former Marxist rebel Meles Zenawi
The Independent: Ethiopia's Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn resigns over deadly mass unrest
Protests have disrupted life and business in one of Africa's fastest-growing economies
The Prime Minister of Ethiopia has submitted a letter of resignation to the country's parliament, saying he was standing down as both the country's leader and chairman of the ruling coalition over a long period of deadly protests.
Hailemariam Desalegn said he felt it was "vital" to step aside to allow reforms. "Unrest and a political crisis have led to the loss of lives and displacement of many," he said.
Mr Hailemariam's surprise resignation comes amid the worst anti-government protests in 25 years.
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