Thousands of Zimbabweans rally for Mugabe after war veteran's rebuke

Thousands of Zimbabweans take to the streets in support of Mugabe days after war veterans called the 92-year-old a corrupt dictator, highlighting manoeuvring over the ZANU-PF leader's succession and anger over growing hardships. (PHOTO: COURTESY)

HARARE: Thousands of Zimbabweans rallied in support of President Robert Mugabe on Wednesday, days after war veterans called the 92-year-old a corrupt dictator, highlighting manoeuvring over the ZANU-PF leader's succession and anger over growing hardships.

Supporters dressed in ZANU-PF colours, some holding portraits of Mugabe, sang and danced at the party headquarters in response to a call to demonstrate their unwavering support.