The country’s first leader post-independence, Mugabe had been ill for some time and was being treated in a hospital in Singapore. The news of his death was confirmed by the current president Emmerson Mnangagwa.
It is with the utmost sadness that I announce the passing on of Zimbabwe's founding father and former President, Cde Robert Mugabe (1/2)
— President of Zimbabwe (@edmnangagwa) September 6, 2019
Cde Mugabe was an icon of liberation, a pan-Africanist who dedicated his life to the emancipation and empowerment of his people. His contribution to the history of his country and continent will never be forgotten. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Sometimes in life you are going to have people that love and hate you.
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Robert Mugabe, the longtime leader of Zimbabwe who was forced to resign in 2017 after a military takeover.
BREAKING: Former leader of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe dies aged 95.
He led country for two spells from 1980 to a dramatic exit in 2017, read more here: https://t.co/H0YqGmtuEn pic.twitter.com/1958pUOUDb
— Sky News (@SkyNews) September 6, 2019
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