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Robert and Grace Mugabe in 2013

The Mugabe family is a Zimbabwean family. Many of its members are involved in politics and business. It includes former president Robert Mugabe and former first lady Grace Mugabe.

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Members

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Sally Mugabe, 1983
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Robert Mugabe in 1979

Offices held

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  2. ↑ Norman, Andrew (2008). Mugabe: Teacher, Revolutionary, Tyrant. Stroud: The History Press. p. 80. ISBN   978-1-86227-491-4.
  3. ↑ UK National Archive reference to Sally as "Sarah Francesca Mugabe"
  4. ↑ Ndebele, Lenin. "There were lots of 'emotional rollercoasters' - Robert Mugabe Jr opens up about life as a Mugabe". News24. Retrieved 21 February 2023.
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  8. ↑ "Mugabe's fashion designer son Robert jnr says his mom Grace inspires him - report". News24. Retrieved 21 February 2023.
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