The favourite foods and bizarre eating habits of Africa’s famous dictators

Mugabe loved cheesecakes

Robert Mugabe

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The former Zimbabwean leader’s favourite meal was cheesecakes, according to the late Morgan Tsvangirai who was reported to have said that they both shared this meal during tea.

After ruling the Southern African country for 37 years, 94-year-old Mugabe finally resigned on November 21, 2017. The Zimbabwe National Army instigated an overthrow of Mugabe’s regime by placing him under house arrest for the crimes committed by individuals in his circle.

He was given the ultimatum to either resign by November 20, 2017, or face impeachment. He subsequently chose the former. His retirement sparked nationwide jubilations as Zimbabweans celebrated the dawn of a new era.