Mugabe wins two-thirds majority but result disputed

President Robert Mugabe’s ruling party won a two-thirds majority in parliamentary elections, clearing the way for him to change Zimbabwe’s constitution and tighten his grip on power – despite the opposition’s refusal to accept the result and widespread accusations that the vote was flawed.

“This is a moment of victory for my party and the victory of my party translates itself, naturally, into a victory for our country,” declared a jubilant Mugabe as the final votes were being counted.