Emmerson Mnangagwa

Date of Birth: September 15, 1942

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, born on September 15, 1942, in Shabani (now Zvishavane), Zimbabwe, is a notable Zimbabwean politician who has served as the President of Zimbabwe since November 24, 2017. Mnangagwa was a long-time ally and vice president to former President Robert Mugabe, before succeeding him following a military intervention. Mnangagwa’s political career began in the 1960s when he joined the Zimbabwe African National Liberation Army (ZANLA), the armed wing of the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU), fighting for independence from British colonial rule. He was arrested, tortured, and sentenced to death for his revolutionary activities but was later commuted to a ten-year prison sentence due to his young age. After Zimbabwe gained independence in 1980, Mnangagwa served in various ministerial positions, including as Minister of State Security, Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, and Minister of Defence. He was instrumental in the infamous Gukurahundi massacres in the early 1980s, which targeted the Ndebele people, leading to thousands of deaths. Despite his controversial past, Mnangagwa positioned himself as a reformist upon taking office, pledging to revive Zimbabwe’s economy and re-engage with the international community. However, his tenure has been marred by allegations of human rights abuses and economic challenges.

5 Interesting Facts about Emmerson Mnangagwa

1. Emmerson Mnangagwa is often referred to by his nickname “The Crocodile” due to his political shrewdness and survival skills.

2. He survived a poisoning attempt in August 2017, which he claimed was an assassination attempt.

3. Mnangagwa has a law degree from the University of Zambia and a postgraduate degree in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of London.

4. He was temporarily exiled to South Africa in 2017 after being dismissed by Robert Mugabe, which catalyzed the events leading to Mugabe’s resignation.

5. Mnangagwa has been married twice and has nine children.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Emmerson Mnangagwa

1. “The voice of the people is the voice of God.”

2. “Let us bury our past differences and focus on rebuilding a prosperous Zimbabwe.”

3. “Under my government, the economy will take center stage.”

4. “Peace, unity, and harmony are key pillars for the development of our nation.”

5. “We must open up Zimbabwe for investment, in a manner that brings jobs to our people and foster economic growth.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

As of the latest available data, Emmerson Mnangagwa’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Emmerson Mnangagwa has nine children. His children include Emmerson Jr., Sean, and Collins, among others. They are involved in various businesses and activities within Zimbabwe and internationally.