President Robert Mugabe’s resignation letter was read out by Zimbabwe parliamentary Speaker Jacob Mudenda to lawmakers gathered at a conference centre in Harare to discuss an impeachment motion on Tuesday. It read:State HouseHarareZimbabwe21 November 2017The Honourable Jacob MudendaNotice of resignation as President of the Republic of ZimbabweIn terms of the provisions of section 96 (1) of the constitution of Zimbabwe, amendment number 20, 2013. My decision to resign is voluntary on my part and arises from my concern for the welfare of the people of Zimbabwe and my desire to ensure a smooth, peaceful and non-violent transfer of power that underpins national security, peace and stability. Kindly give public notice of my resignation as soon as possible as required by section 96 (1) of the constitution of Zimbabwe. Yours faithfully,Robert Gabriel Mugabe President of the Republic of Zimbabwe.

Source: Punch November 21, 2017 20:15 UTC