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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 6.00 | 0.44% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 261,272 | $350,000 | 1,542$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 49,106 | $106,000 | 97$ |
| Totals | 2 | 113,079,986 | 310,378 | $456,000 | 1,639$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
South Africa:
Robert Mugabe is mentioned as a post-colonial leader who was influenced by the political activism at the University of Fort Hare.
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Kenya:
Robert Mugabe, in power for nearly 40 years until 2017, was defended by ruling party stalwarts.
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South Africa:
Dangote’s team bemoaned red tape and lack of guarantees during their previous dealings with the government of then-president Robert Mugabe.
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South Africa:
The university, whose alums include Nelson Mandela, Oliver Tambo, and Robert Mugabe, suffered extensive damage.
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Liberia:
Although Robert Mugabe is no longer in power, his legacy continues to shape Zimbabwe’s political landscape.
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Kenya:
Robert Mugabe was the then president of Zimbabwe who had a handshake with Morgan Tsvangirai.
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Tanzania:
Robert Mugabe was the founding leader of Zimbabwe who was ousted in a 2017 military coup.
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Canada:
Mr. Mnangagwa, a long-time ally of former president Robert Mugabe, rose to the presidency in 2017 after a military coup that ended Mr. Mugabe’s 37 years in power.
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South Africa:
Robert Mugabe was the former president of Zimbabwe whose fall from power had a direct impact on his children.
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United Kingdom:
Former President Mugabe died in 2019 at the age of 95.
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