Robert Mugabe
Robert Mugabe was a Zimbabwean revolutionary and politician who served as Prime Minister from 1980 to 1987 and then as President from 1987 to 2017. He is remembered for his role in the liberation of Zimbabwe from colonial rule and for his controversial policies that led to significant economic decline and political unrest in the country. Mugabe was known for his strongman tactics and was a vocal supporter of land reform policies that expropriated white-owned farms.
Born on Feb 21, 1924 (101 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | 2 | 3.00 | 0.35% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 206,336 | $63,000 | 218$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.30% | +10% | 59,308,690 | 197,696 | $350,000 | 1,167$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 2.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,643 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 4 | 124,072,903 | 406,675 | $418,100 | 1,388$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Tanzania:
Robert Mugabe's chaotic land seizures in Zimbabwe are referenced as a cautionary example for land reform in South Africa.
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Tanzania:
Robert Mugabe's trajectory from liberation hero to architect of Zimbabwe’s ruin is discussed in the context of African leadership.
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Ireland:
Robert Mugabe was appointed as a WHO goodwill ambassador for non-communicable diseases in Africa.
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South Africa:
Former president Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe was initially a good man, keenly interested in the well-being of the suffering masses.
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South Africa:
Robert Mugabe led Zimbabwe after its liberation but became its oppressor.
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Australia:
Mugabe drew sharp criticism for shaking hands with Prince Charles.
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Croatia:
Robert Mugabe was mentioned as a precedent for leaders attending the Vatican despite legal restrictions.
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Croatia:
Robert Mugabe was mentioned as a precedent for leaders attending the Vatican despite legal issues.
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Greece:
Robert Mugabe attended the funeral despite an outstanding European arrest warrant.
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United Kingdom:
The then Prince of Wales found himself unexpectedly shaking hands with President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe.
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