Mugabe Wife Given Top Zanu-PF Post

Posted by African Examiner African News Saturday, December 6th, 2014

Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe has been re-appointed as leader of the ruling party, while his wife Grace has been given a top position in the party.

Grace Mugabe’s promotion to head of Zanu-PF’s women’s wing puts her in a good position to succeed her husband in the future, analysts say.

The first lady has criticised political rivals, including Vice-President Joyce Mujuru, in recent months.

Mr Mugabe, 90, is due to stand for election again in 2018.

Speaking at Zanu-PF’s congress, Mr Mugabe thanked thousands of supporters for choosing him as party leader.

“I know where I come from… I am not greater than the people who gave birth to me,” Mr Mugabe, who has led Zimbabwe since 1980, said.

BBC

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