Bloody assassinations of prominent African leaders that were caught on camera

Although it is part of the life cycle, death is something many deem as unpleasant. There is no amount of preparedness that can suffice.

What makes it worse is when death is recorded for many to see thereafter. The disturbing images can be forever etched in a person’s mind.

The same can be said for the demise of individuals in the spotlight.

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Scroll through to view the assassinations of five pivotal African leaders whose killing was caught on camera.

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