Zimbabwe crisis: What we know so far

Zimbabwe crisis: What we know so far

Zimbabwes military on Wednesday (Nov. 15) confirmed that it had seized power in a targeted assault on criminals around President Robert Mugabe, but gave assurances that the 93-year-old leader and his family were safe and sound. However, the ruling Zanu-PF party said there has been a bloodless transition of power and that Mugabe has been detained. Nov 15, 2017
President Mugabe supporters rally following sacking of Vice President

President Mugabe supporters rally following sacking of Vice President

Supporters of Zimbabwes president Robert Mugabe gathered outside the  Zanu-PF Party headquarters in approval of the sacking of Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Mnangagwa was sacked over accusations of disloyalty. Although it is alleged it was to make way for Mugabes wife to take his position.Following this decision on the Nov. 8 tanks have been seen rolling into Harare. The head of the armed forces has warned he was willing to step in following the removal of veteran party leaders. Nov 14, 2017