Former Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe and his wife Grace Mugabe will get a ‘Golden goodbye’ payoff of at least $10 million, including legal immunity for himself, his family and a salary paid for life
The former dictator reportedly struck the deal as part of his resignation last week, after governing the country for 37 years. He resigned last over a threat of impeachment following a ‘bloodless’ military coup.
The Guardian reported that a Zanu-PF insider close to the deal said that the exact cash pay off is unknown but it will “not be less than $10million” with $5million being paid now and the rest in instalments.
According to the details of the agreement, Mugabe will also receive immunity from prosecution. Furthermore. the new government headed by his former Vice President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, will not take any action against his family’s extensive business interests.
The deal also extends to Mugabe’s wife, Grace who will also receive half that amount for the rest of her life.
Other details of the pay out include allowing the couple to live in their mansion in Harare, known as the Blue Roof as well as the state coverage for their medical care, domestic staff, security and foreign travel.
Opposition leaders have criticised the deal and have stated that the Zimbabwe’s saying does not guarantee immunity to a former president.
Speaking on the development, Douglas Mwonzora, secretary general of the Movement for Democratic Change said:
“We are not privy to any deal reached with Mugabe, and if there is any deal on money or anything else it is unconstitutional,” he reportedly told the Guardian.
“In terms of the constitution, Mugabe is a retired president and does not have immunity to criminal or civil wrongdoing committed while in office. In Zanu-PF, they can grant each other immunity, but the law does not authorise that,” he added.
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So even after resignation this guy still get power. Only 4 Africa.
I doubt this deal is official, may not hold water after Mugabe’s death. The family is on a time time bomb?