Presidential Election Victory
Mugabe wins the first direct presidential election under the executive system.
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1990 in Zimbabwe
Explore 9 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1990.
Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1990
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March
April
New Presidential Term
Mugabe begins a new presidential term after the national election.
Presidential Election Victory
Mugabe wins Zimbabwe's presidential election and begins another term.
December
Compulsory Land Acquisition Policy
Mugabe's government expands legal authority for compulsory land acquisition.
Land Reform Constitutional Amendment
Parliament changes constitutional provisions governing compulsory land acquisition.
Other events (month unknown)
Appointment as Vice-President
Nkomo becomes one of Zimbabwe's Vice-Presidents under the unity arrangement.
Appointment as Vice-President
Nkomo becomes Vice-President following the ZANU-PF and ZAPU political settlement.
Appointment as Vice-President
Nkomo is appointed Vice-President following implementation of the Unity Accord.
University Chancellorship
Legislation makes the President Chancellor of the University of Zimbabwe.
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