Former President of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe has died, aged 95.
After widespread reports, the President of the African republic Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa confirmed the news on twitter.
He wrote: “It is with the utmost sadness that I announce the passing on of Zimbabwe’s founding father and former President, Cde Robert Mugabe.
“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 our nation and continent will never be forgotten. May his soul rest eternal peace.”
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