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By Compiled From Wire Service Dispatches With Analysis From Monitor Correspondents Around The World; Edited By Linda Feldmann

August 11, 1983

Queen Regent Dzeliwe has been replaced as Swaziland's head of state by another widow of the late King Sobhuza. Officially, her task will be to run the country until a new king takes over. Diplomats say the heir-apparent is a 15- or 16-year-old boy, who will take the throne at age 21.