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The United Kingdom grants independence to Zimbabwe, following agreements signed by local leaders and the Government of Ian Smith.

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Robert Mugabe, leader of the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU), is elected Prime Minister. In the following years, his government will be contested by the Ndebele ethnic group, led by the opposition Joshua Nkomo.

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The main parties, ZANU and ZAPU (Zimbabwe African People's Union), agree to merge into the Patriotic Front of the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU-PF).

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Mugabe is named executive president of the country with functions of prime minister, after a constitutional reform that proclaims a republican presidential system.

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nationally and internationally condemned as being rigged

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zimbabwean general election

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The Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) is founded, led by Morgan Tsvangirai.

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politics in Zimbabwe has been marked by a move from the norms of democratic governance, such as democratic elections, the independence of the judiciary, the rule of law, freedom from racial discrimination, the existence of independent media, civil society and academia.

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Mugabe defeats Tsvangirai in presidential elections, called flawed and unfair by opposition and international observers.

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Tsvangirai is arrested and charged with trying to assassinate Mugabe and seize power.

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The U.S. labels Zimbabwe one the world's six "outposts of tyranny." ZANU-PF

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Mugabe orchestrated a Cabinet reshuffle, ousting ministers including 5-year veteran Minister of Finance

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Parliament approves the text of the new Constitution, which contemplates a reduction in the executive powers of the president.