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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 23,694 | $1,700,000 | 1,060$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.38% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 224,654 | $350,000 | 1,326$ |
| Mozambique | 1 | 5.00 | 0.29% | +0% | 31,255,435 | 90,334 | $15,000 | 43$ |
| Totals | 3 | 128,569,363 | 338,682 | $2,065,000 | 2,429$ |
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Recent Mentions
Mozambique:
Robert Mugabe was a central figure in the history of ZANU-PF, leading the party until 2017.
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Canada:
Robert Mugabe is perhaps the most famous example of a leader who was toppled in a military coup after dominating Zimbabwe for decades.
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South Africa:
The play 'Breakfast with Mugabe' explores a period during Robert Mugabe's rule when he is haunted by unresolved grief.
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Italy:
Robert Mugabe was the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe and led the country after its independence in 1980.
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Switzerland:
Robert Mugabe was present at a football match where Doris Keller was involved in organizing.
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United Kingdom:
The late Robert Mugabe launched the land reform programme in 2000, which led to the seizure of white-owned farms.
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United Kingdom:
Wicknell Chivayo has posted photos of himself with Zimbabwe's late President Robert Mugabe.
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United Kingdom:
Robert Mugabe was the former president of Zimbabwe whose burial site also sparked disputes.
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Guyana:
Robert Mugabe was an African leader who met with Charlie Rangel during his political engagements.
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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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