The Reign of Robert Mugabe

Mugabe gained additional powers for himself by abolishing the title of Prime Minister and assuming the role of Executive President. He was re-elected in 1990, 1996 and 2002 amid claims of vote-rigging and voter intimidation.
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Mugabe gained additional powers for himself by abolishing the title of Prime Minister and assuming the role of Executive President. He was re-elected in 1990, 1996 and 2002 amid claims of vote-rigging and voter intimidation.

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