Skip to main content

Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe's Former President, Passes Away at 95

N

Nyakundi Report

Newsroom 1 min read

This archive report was first published on 6 September 2019.

Former President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe has left this world at the age of 95, surrounded by medical care in a Singapore hospital.

Multiple sources in Zimbabwe have confirmed the news of his passing, sending shockwaves across the nation.

As tributes pour in from top African politicians, the nation is left to grapple with the complexities of Mugabe's legacy.

"Rest In Peace, Robert Mugabe. My response to your passing is complicated. I’m going to write a long piece. However, for now, deepest condolences to his family," tweeted Fadzayi Mahere, secretary for education of the opposition party MDC Zimbabwe.

Human Rights Watch Southern African director Dewa Mavhinga revealed that credible family sources confirm the former leader's passing.

Be the first to react

Support

Support this reporting

M-Pesa support recorded against this story.

Send support →

Stay close

Get the briefing

Major updates by email. No spam.

Get email brief →

Share

Save share card

Download a clean portrait card for sharing.

Save image →