When: Wednesday, July 28, 2021, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. EDT
Online only: https://www.brookings.edu/events/prospects-for-peace-and-security-in-zimbabwe
What: After 37 years of dictatorship, Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe finally resigned on November 21, 2017. For many, his departure and Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rise signaled hope for the politically and economically devastated and once pariah state of Zimbabwe. Today, the increasing political violence and polarization, as well as economic emaciation serve to undermine the ruling administration and highlight the enduring legacies of Mugabe’s reign, even after his death on September 6, 2019.
On July 28, the Africa Security Initiative will host a discussion on U.S. policy toward Zimbabwe and future political course of action. Following the discussion, the panel will take questions from the audience.
Viewers can submit questions by emailing events@brookings.edu or on Twitter using #Zimbabwe.