Robert Mugabe sacks vice president

Move paves the way for Grace Mugabe to succeed him as Zimbabwean leader

Robert Mugabe has removed vice president Emmerson Mnangagwa from office
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Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has sacked his vice president, in a move that would clear the path for his wife, Grace Mugabi, to succeed him.

Mugabe removed vice-president Emmerson Mnangagwa after accusing him of disloyalty, according to Information Minister Simon Khaya Moyo.

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