There are jubilant scenes on the streets of Zimbabwe's capital Harare, as tens of thousands of protesters demand the resignation of President Robert Mugabe.
The 93-year-old leader is virtually powerless and has been deserted by most of his allies since the military seized power last week.Robert Mugabe: Thousands Take To Streets Of Harare In Protest Against Zimbabwe President |
"These are tears of joy," Frank Mutsindikwa, 34, said, holding the Zimbabwean flag.
"I've been waiting all my life for this day. Free at last. We are free at last."
The rally is supported by the army and members of the ruling ZANU-PF party, who have also called on Mr Mugabe to resign.