On 21 November 2017, Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe's long-serving leader, resigned after 37 years in power.
His departure followed a military intervention triggered by his dismissal of Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa. This dismissal was perceived as a move to position Mugabe's wife, Grace, as his successor, which escalated political tensions in the country.
The military's non-violent takeover, combined with mounting public protests and parliamentary impeachment proceedings, pressured Mugabe to step down. His resignation letter was read during a parliamentary session, leading to widespread celebrations across the country by Zimbabweans.
Emmerson Mnangagwa, often called "the Crocodile" for his political acumen, eventually succeeded Mugabe. A former ally, Mnangagwa promised a new chapter of democracy and economic recovery for Zimbabwe, though his tenure sparked mixed reactions due to his historical ties to Mugabe's regime.
Other key events on this day
1. Mob burnt down US embassy in Pakistan - 1979
2. War between China and India ended - 1962
3. Bloody Sunday in Ireland occurred, many people killed - 1920
4. 350 million people around the world tuned in to find out who shot J.R - 1980
5. Britannic, sister ship to the Titanic, sank - 1916
6. Miss World riot escalated in Kaduna, Abuja and Lagos, hundreds of people killed - 2002
7. The Montgolfier brothers' hot air balloon made its first untethered flight - 1783.
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