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Mugabe birthday bash riles critics in drought-hit Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe (R) is helped by his wife Grace (L) and son Chatunga (C) to cut a cake to celebrate his 92nd birthday at State House in Harare

 

President Robert Mugabe marked his 92nd birthday at a nearly $1 million party organized by supporters on Saturday, drawing criticism from opponents who said the celebrations in a drought-stricken area were an affront to ordinary Zimbabweans.

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