#OnThisDay in 2015, The Late Robert Mugabe, the then-President of Zimbabwe, was elected as the Chairperson of the African Union (AU). This prestigious position was a testament to Mugabe’s long-standing influence and leadership on the African continent.

As the Chairperson of the AU, Mugabe was expected to play a key role in shaping the organization’s policies and decisions. His tenure was marked by efforts to promote African unity, economic development, and social progress. Mugabe’s leadership was also seen as a significant milestone in Zimbabwe’s history, as it marked the country’s return to the international stage after years of isolation.

Mugabe’s chairmanship of the AU was widely seen as a recognition of his contributions to the African liberation struggle and his commitment to pan-Africanism. Mugabe remained a respected figure on the African continent until his passing in 2019.

Dandaro Online, Zimbabwe Today In History