Morgan Tsvangirai - Former Prime Minister of Zimbabwe, Timeline and Family
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Morgan Tsvangirai is the former prime minister of Zimbabwe
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| Birthday | March 10, 1952 |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Famous | Harvard University, Leaders, Political Leaders, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Former Prime Minister of Zimbabwe |
| Hobbies | Golf |
| Spouses | Elizabeth Macheka, Locadia Karimatsenga, Susan Tsvangirai |
| Known as | Morgan Richard Tsvangirai |
| Childrens | Edwin Tsvangirai, Garikai Tsvangirai, Millicent Tsvangirai, Rumbidzai Tsvangirai, Vimbai Tsvangirai, Vincent Tsvangirai |
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| Birth Place | Gutu |
| Political Ideology | Zimbabwe African National Union (Before 1987), Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (1987–1999), Movement for Democratic Change (1999–2005), Movement for Democratic Change-Tsvangirai (2005–present) |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Gender | Male |
| Father | Dzingirai-Chibwe Tsvangirai |
| Mother | Lydia Tsvangirai |
| Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Born in | Gutu |
| Famous as | Former Prime Minister of Zimbabwe |
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Who is Morgan Tsvangirai?
Morgan Tsvangirai is the former prime minister of Zimbabwe. He has brought international attention to the ongoing dictatorship in his home country. In his early career he proved to be an extremely hard worker and worked in a nickel mine for over a decade. He quickly gained recognition and rose in the ranks of the Mine Workers Union eventually becoming secretary-general. Over the years his political opposition to the current administration grew stronger. After failing at an attempt to create a new constitution to dethrone President Robert Mugabe he formed a new political party. This group became the strongest opposition in the country’s history. He made attempts to run against him in a valid election but Mugabe’s administration responded with intimidation, threats, and even arrest. As a result, Tsvangirai was arrested three times for treason against his government. Though all the charges were eventually dropped, he made little success in chipping away at the dictator’s power. He succeeded in creating a power-sharing government in which he was named prime minister. Though he was never able to defeat Mugabe in any election he has made the government’s abuse of power an international issue. The rest of the world has begun to put pressure on Mugabe to step down and cease his obvious human right abuses
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Childhood & Early Life
Morgan Tsvangirai was born on March 10, 1952 in Gutu, Zimbabwe. His father was a mine worker, carpenter, and farmer.
He attended St. Marks Goneso Primary School Hwedza. He then transferred to Chikara Primary School Gutu. For his secondary education, he attended Gokomere High School.
He had eight younger brothers and sisters and the family faced financially difficulty. Because of this, as soon as he could, he left the school to seek employment to help his family.
Career
In 1972, he got his first job. He worked as a trainee weaver for Elastics & Tapes textile factory in Mutare.
In 1974, he began working at Trojan Nickel Mine. During this time he also became an active participant of the Associated Mineworkers Union.
He continued working in the mine gaining recognition. This resulted in the Mine Workers Union electing him vice president in 1985.
In1988, the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions made him secretary-general. He was so popular and successful that he remained in this role until he resigned eleven years later due to the trade union splitting into different parties.
In 1997 and 1998, he openly opposed President Robert Mugabe’s taxation policy. Using his position as secretary general, he led a series of strikes. At the same time, he joined the National Constitutional Assembly and served as its chairman. He strongly campaigned in favor of creating a new constitution for Zimbabwe.
In 1999, he formed the Movement for Democratic Change. The party proved to be the most successful opposition challenge in Zimbabwe history.
He ran as a candidate in the presidential elections in 2002 against the current president Robert Mugabe. Right before voting, however, he was charged with treason over allegations that he was attempting to assassinate the current president. It was widely believed that Mugabe won by rigging the elections
He continued to be arrested, acquitted, and rearrested countless times between 2002 and 2007. He was arrested for treason for plotting assassination, calling for mass protests, and during a very controversial prayer rally.
On September 15, 2008, President Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai signed the Global Political Agreement. This negotiation led to a power sharing agreement, with Mugabe remaining as president, Tsvangirai as prime minister, and another leader, Mutambara, as deputy prime minister.
On February 11, 2009 he was sworn in as prime minister of Zimbabwe. Despite the shared power, the new government was overwhelmed with disagreements and conflict.
In the 2013 general elections, which were once again believed to be rigged, Robert Mugabe was re-elected as president. As per the 2013 Constitution, the office of Prime Minister was abolished.
Major Works
Morgan Tsvangirai has played a stellar role in bringing international attention to the human rights abuse and the ongoing dictatorship in Zimbabwe. Through his persistent efforts, he forced President Mugabe to agree on a power-sharing arrangement. However, the arrangement didn't last long.
Awards & Achievements
In 2001, he received the Solida Silver Rose Award. He was given the honor for his outstanding achievement in civil society activities.
For upholding human rights, he was given the Human Rights Award in 2009. He received this award for his persistent fight for human rights in his home country.
In 2009, he was given the Lifetime Achievement Award. It was given to him by the Spanish Foundation Cristobal Gabarron for his fight for democracy and peace.
In 2013, the Sun Moon University of South Korea bestowed an Honorary Doctorate degree in Public Administration. He is only the 13th person to receive such an honorary degree from the 125-year old institution.
Personal Life & Legacy
On July 10, 1979 he married Susan Nyarandzo Mhundwa. Together the couple had six children. Tragically, Susan passed away in 2009 in a car accident.
Trivia
He has survived at least three assassination attempts. One of these attempts occurred in 1997 when the assassin burst into his office and tried to throw him out of the tenth story window
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Morgan Tsvangirai's awards
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Morgan Tsvangirai biography timelines
- // 10th Mar 1952Morgan Tsvangirai was born on March 10, 1952 in Gutu, Zimbabwe. His father was a mine worker, carpenter, and farmer.
- // 1972In 1972, he got his first job. He worked as a trainee weaver for Elastics & Tapes textile factory in Mutare.
- // 1974In 1974, he began working at Trojan Nickel Mine. During this time he also became an active participant of the Associated Mineworkers Union.
- // 10th Jul 1979 To 2009On July 10, 1979 he married Susan Nyarandzo Mhundwa. Together the couple had six children. Tragically, Susan passed away in 2009 in a car accident.
- // 1985He continued working in the mine gaining recognition. This resulted in the Mine Workers Union electing him vice president in 1985.
- // 1988In1988, the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions made him secretary-general. He was so popular and successful that he remained in this role until he resigned eleven years later due to the trade union splitting into different parties.
- // 1997 To 1998In 1997 and 1998, he openly opposed President Robert Mugabe’s taxation policy. Using his position as secretary general, he led a series of strikes. At the same time, he joined the National Constitutional Assembly and served as its chairman. He strongly campaigned in favor of creating a new constitution for Zimbabwe.
- // 1997He has survived at least three assassination attempts. One of these attempts occurred in 1997 when the assassin burst into his office and tried to throw him out of the tenth story window
- // 1999In 1999, he formed the Movement for Democratic Change. The party proved to be the most successful opposition challenge in Zimbabwe history.
- // 2001In 2001, he received the Solida Silver Rose Award. He was given the honor for his outstanding achievement in civil society activities.
- // 2002He ran as a candidate in the presidential elections in 2002 against the current president Robert Mugabe. Right before voting, however, he was charged with treason over allegations that he was attempting to assassinate the current president. It was widely believed that Mugabe won by rigging the elections
- // 2002 To 2007He continued to be arrested, acquitted, and rearrested countless times between 2002 and 2007. He was arrested for treason for plotting assassination, calling for mass protests, and during a very controversial prayer rally.
- // 15th Sep 2008On September 15, 2008, President Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai signed the Global Political Agreement. This negotiation led to a power sharing agreement, with Mugabe remaining as president, Tsvangirai as prime minister, and another leader, Mutambara, as deputy prime minister.
- // 2009For upholding human rights, he was given the Human Rights Award in 2009. He received this award for his persistent fight for human rights in his home country.
- // 2009In 2009, he was given the Lifetime Achievement Award. It was given to him by the Spanish Foundation Cristobal Gabarron for his fight for democracy and peace.
- // 11th Feb 2009On February 11, 2009 he was sworn in as prime minister of Zimbabwe. Despite the shared power, the new government was overwhelmed with disagreements and conflict.
- // 2013In the 2013 general elections, which were once again believed to be rigged, Robert Mugabe was re-elected as president. As per the 2013 Constitution, the office of Prime Minister was abolished.
- // 2013In 2013, the Sun Moon University of South Korea bestowed an Honorary Doctorate degree in Public Administration. He is only the 13th person to receive such an honorary degree from the 125-year old institution.
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Morgan Tsvangirai's FAQ
What is Morgan Tsvangirai birthday?
Morgan Tsvangirai was born at 1952-03-10
Where is Morgan Tsvangirai's birth place?
Morgan Tsvangirai was born in Gutu
What is Morgan Tsvangirai nationalities?
Morgan Tsvangirai's nationalities is Zimbabwean
What is Morgan Tsvangirai hobbies?
Morgan Tsvangirai's hobbies is Golf
Who is Morgan Tsvangirai spouses?
Morgan Tsvangirai's spouses is Elizabeth Macheka, Locadia Karimatsenga, Susan Tsvangirai
Who is Morgan Tsvangirai childrens?
Morgan Tsvangirai's childrens is Edwin Tsvangirai, Garikai Tsvangirai, Millicent Tsvangirai, Rumbidzai Tsvangirai, Vimbai Tsvangirai, Vincent Tsvangirai
What was Morgan Tsvangirai universities?
Morgan Tsvangirai studied at Harvard University, Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
What was Morgan Tsvangirai notable alumnis?
Morgan Tsvangirai's notable alumnis is Harvard University
Which company or organization was founded by Morgan Tsvangirai?
Morgan Tsvangirai was the founder/co-founder of Movement for Democratic Change, Movement for Democratic Change – Tsvangirai, Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions
What is Morgan Tsvangirai's political ideology?
Morgan Tsvangirai's political ideology is Zimbabwe African National Union (Before 1987), Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (1987–1999), Movement for Democratic Change (1999–2005), Movement for Democratic Change-Tsvangirai (2005–present)
What is Morgan Tsvangirai's religion?
Morgan Tsvangirai's religion is Christianity
Who is Morgan Tsvangirai's father?
Morgan Tsvangirai's father is Dzingirai-Chibwe Tsvangirai
Who is Morgan Tsvangirai's mother?
Morgan Tsvangirai's mother is Lydia Tsvangirai
What is Morgan Tsvangirai's sun sign?
Morgan Tsvangirai is Pisces
How famous is Morgan Tsvangirai?
Morgan Tsvangirai is famouse as Former Prime Minister of Zimbabwe