Robert Mugabe: From hero to despot who brought Zimbabwe to its knees

Robert Mugabe has died at the age of 95. He began his 37 years in power as a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, but by the time he was ousted his repressive determination to remain in charge had driven the country into ruin and ensured his place as an international pariah.

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