CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Looks like Mugabe might not die of old age after all... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeathClock 379 Posted November 15, 2017 I’m seeing tweets on Twitter that he is safe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Nevertheless clearly something pretty serious is going on in Zimbabwe right now...the coming hours are going to be very interesting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,220 Posted November 15, 2017 Could be the most unexpected 11 pointer in the DDP ever... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Reports on twitter say he's under some kind of house arrest.The military have taken over state TV. I guess this means he's no longer President ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Looking increasingly like he has been toppled! His wife is reported to have fled the country, army seems to be in control of the country.There'sa shoot out between army and Mugabes presidential guard.Looks like the old mans decided to go down fighting! Good chance he's already dead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Military have taken control of state tv and broadcasting this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,220 Posted November 15, 2017 Military denying this: Honestly, I’m calling bullshit there. There’s no way multiple tanks would only go after a group of criminals... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 Has to be said the new leader of Zimbabwe looks very similar to the last one... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 17 minutes ago, Joey Russ said: Military denying this: Honestly, I’m calling bullshit there. There’s no way multiple tanks would only go after a group of criminals... They're just trying to pacify Mugabe supporters by saying they dont want to replace him but its obvious that's exactly what they've done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted November 15, 2017 The bad news for us is that it seems Mugabe is safe for now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Life Is Beautiful 716 Posted November 15, 2017 Geez I leave for 3 hous to listen to Dead and Company and THIS happens! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,220 Posted November 15, 2017 1 minute ago, CoffinLodger said: They're just trying to pacify Mugabe supporters by saying they dont want to replace him but its obvious that's exactly what they've done! I’m not so sure on that part. Suspect that it’ll be a while before Mugabe would end his reign. Nevertheless, they were definitely trying to send a message to Mugabe that they’re capable of taking him out if necessary... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
philheybrookbay 439 Posted November 15, 2017 Blimey- wasn’t expecting this when I woke up this morning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
philheybrookbay 439 Posted November 15, 2017 Angela Ripons let herself go a bit..... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thatcher 2,386 Posted November 15, 2017 The coup is complete - Mugabe has been detained and it seems is no longer in power. Former Vice President (who Mugabe sacked), Emmerson Mnangagwa is expected to serve as interim President. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bentrovato 1,084 Posted November 15, 2017 Damn. Why did I change my vote for No17 to Denis Norden....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,436 Posted November 15, 2017 Blimey, even the most resilient of strongmen's power can erode in seconds when old and frail, apparently. I suppose after how quickly Gadaffi fell, this shouldn't surprise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibliogryphon 9,569 Posted November 15, 2017 I think the worst thing for Zimbabwe would be for Mugabe to die in the next few days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeyG 14 Posted November 15, 2017 7 minutes ago, Bibliogryphon said: I think the worst thing for Zimbabwe would be for Mugabe to die in the next few days. But not the worst for all us! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
torbrexbones 717 Posted November 15, 2017 Soon............soon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobertMugabe 437 Posted November 15, 2017 6 hours ago, Joey Russ said: I’m not so sure on that part. Suspect that it’ll be a while before Mugabe would end his reign. Nevertheless, they were definitely trying to send a message to Mugabe that they’re capable of taking him out if necessary... Why are you being so racist? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord Fellatio Nelson 6,218 Posted November 15, 2017 19 minutes ago, RobertMugabe said: Why are you being so racist? That's you fucked. Once he is gone your act will go the way of Jimmy Savile and Bruce Forsyth impersonators. Maybe you can come back as Robert Mugabes ghost? 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,436 Posted November 15, 2017 Reminds me of Lenny Bruce's first line on stage after Kennedy got shot: "Man, is Vaughn Meader fucked!" 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deathray 2,940 Posted November 15, 2017 Honestly never thought Mugabe would be toppled until he keeled over. My "armchair analyst" theory is that Mugabe is no longer capable of running the country, is ill and has engineered the coup to ensure Zanu-PF remain in power after he dies - given the rumours about Emmanuel Mnangawa standing for President. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites