Robert Mugabe Quotes
A collection of quotes by Robert Mugabe.
Robert Mugabe (1924-2019) was a Zimbabwean revolutionary and politician who served as the Prime Minister and later the President of Zimbabwe. Born in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), Mugabe became politically active in the 1960s and played a leading role in the country's struggle against minority rule of the white minority government. After Zimbabwe gained independence in 1980, he became the nation's first black Prime Minister and later transitioned to President. Mugabe's rule was marked by controversial policies, economic challenges, and the erosion of democratic institutions. After 37 years in power, he was ousted from office in 2017.