Zimbabwe mnangagwa sworn president

A significant event in recent African history!

On November 24, 2017, Emmerson Mnangagwa was sworn in as the President of Zimbabwe, following the resignation of Robert Mugabe, who had been the country's leader since 1980. Mnangagwa, a longtime ally of Mugabe, had been vice president since 2014 and was next in line to the presidency after Mugabe's resignation.

Mnangagwa's inauguration marked a significant turning point in Zimbabwe's history, as it brought an end to Mugabe's authoritarian rule and marked the beginning of a new era for the country. Mnangagwa, who was known as "The Crocodile" due to his reputation for ruthlessness, promised to restore stability and economic growth to the country, which had been ravaged by years of mismanagement and corruption under Mugabe's rule.

Mnangagwa's presidency was marked by a number of significant challenges, including a severe economic crisis, widespread corruption, and a deepening political crisis. Despite these challenges, Mnangagwa's government made some progress in stabilizing the economy and improving relations with the international community.

However, Mnangagwa's presidency was also marked by controversy and human rights abuses, including the use of force against opposition protesters and the suppression of dissenting voices. His government was also criticized for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, which had a devastating impact on the country's economy and healthcare system.

In 2023, Mnangagwa lost the presidential election to Nelson Chamisa, the leader of the main opposition party, the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC). The election was widely seen as a significant step towards democratic reform in Zimbabwe, and marked a new era of political competition and accountability in the country.