Emmerson Mnangagwa, has been sworn in as the third President of Zimbabwe.
Mnangagwa was until recently one of Mugabe’s closest allies.
The 75 year old took salutes and pledges of allegiance from the country’s military and security chiefs at Harare’s national stadium.
Below is the oath of office he recited a few minutes ago
I Emmmerson Dambudzo Mnangagawa swear that as president of the Republic of Zimbabwe – I will be faithful to Zimbabwe and obey uphold and defend the constitution and all other laws of Zimbabwe and I will promote whatever that will advance and will oppose whatever will harm Zimbabwe that I will protect and promote the rights and people of Zimbabwe that I will discharge my duties will all my strength to the best of my strength and ability and to the dictates of my conscience and I will devote myself to the well being of Zimbabwe and its people so help me God.”
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