When was Emmerson Mnangagwa born?

Emmerson Mnangagwa was born on 15 September 1942 in Zvishavane.

What positions has Emmerson Mnangagwa held?

Positions held by Emmerson Mnangagwa include: President of Zimbabwe (since 24 November 2017); Vice President of Zimbabwe (2014–2017); Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs (2013–2017); Defence Minister of Zimbabwe (2009–2013); Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities (2005–2009).

Where did Emmerson Mnangagwa study?

Emmerson Mnangagwa was educated at University of London, University of Zambia, Egyptian Military College, David Kaunda Technical High School.

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Emmerson Mnangagwa

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President of the Republic of Zimbabwe

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Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa is a Zimbabwean politician who has served as the president of Zimbabwe since 2017. His rule has been described as a dictatorship. A member of ZANU–PF and a longtime ally of former president Robert Mugabe, he held a series of cabinet portfolios and he was Mugabe's first vice-president from 2014 until 2017, when he was dismissed before coming to power in a coup d'état. He secured his first full term as president in the disputed 2018 general election. Mnangagwa was re-elected in the 2023 Zimbabwean general election with 52.6% of the vote.

Quick facts

Born: 15 September 1942 wd
Place of birth: Zvishavane wd
Citizenship: Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland, Southern Rhodesia wd
Occupation: politician, minister wd
Political party: Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (since 1987), Zimbabwe African People's Union, United National Independence Party wd
Education: University of London, University of Zambia, Egyptian Military College, David Kaunda Technical High School wd
Spouse: Auxillia Mnangagwa, Jayne Mnangagwa wd
Official website: edmnangagwa.com wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook wd

Positions held wd

President of Zimbabwe (since 24 November 2017)
Vice President of Zimbabwe (12 December 2014 – 6 November 2017)
Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs (11 September 2013 – 9 October 2017)
Defence Minister of Zimbabwe (13 February 2009 – 11 September 2013)
Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities (2005–2009)
Speaker of the National Assembly of Zimbabwe (2000–2005)
Finance Minister (1995–1996)
Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs (1989–2000)
Minister of State for National Security in the President's Office (1980–1988)
Member of the National Assembly of Zimbabwe

Awards wd

Time 100 (2018)

Questions

When was Emmerson Mnangagwa born?: Emmerson Mnangagwa was born on 15 September 1942 in Zvishavane.
What positions has Emmerson Mnangagwa held?: Positions held by Emmerson Mnangagwa include: President of Zimbabwe (since 24 November 2017); Vice President of Zimbabwe (2014–2017); Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs (2013–2017); Defence Minister of Zimbabwe (2009–2013); Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities (2005–2009).
Where did Emmerson Mnangagwa study?: Emmerson Mnangagwa was educated at University of London, University of Zambia, Egyptian Military College, David Kaunda Technical High School.

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Last updated 3 November 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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