The 'Crocodile' Has Nine Lives, Endures Zimbabwe's Murky Politics

Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa, a secretive ruling Zanu-PF party hardliner known as 'The Crocodile' for his political cunning and stern demeanour, seems to have an upper hand in the post-Mugabe era. Many are fearful of Mnangagwa due to his reputation for ruthlessness, both on and off the political field.

Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa also known as 'Ngwena' meaning crocodile.

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