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"In 1980, a British colony in Africa formerly known as Southern Rhodesia gained independence and changed its name. What is the present-day name for this country

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The correct answer is Zimbabwe

Explanation: On April 18, 1980, Rhodesia gained its independence after 90 years as a British colony and officially adopted the name Zimbabwe. During the war of independence (1972-1979) between black nationalists and the ruling white minority, led by Ian Smith, at least 27,000 people died.

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It is Zimbabwe.

Step-by-step explanation:

It´s a landlocked country situated in Southern Africa. It has a population of around 14 million people. It was granted independence by the United Kingdom in April 1980 following a long guerrilla war and negotiations. English and some other 15 languages are spoken in Zimbabwe.

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