Age ain't nothing but a number: The young wives of Zimbabwe's old and rich politicians
Age disparities between romantic partners are seemingly a normal phenomenon, especially among Zimbabwe's politicians.
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From former President Robert Mugabe to current Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, Zimbabwe's male politicians seem to prefer much younger partners.
Briefly.co.za brings you four high profile couples with some of the widest age gaps in that country.
1. Robert and Grace Mugabe
The former first couple got married in 1996 when Mugabe was 72 and Grace was 31 — a gap of 41 years. They are now aged 94 and 52 respectively.
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2. Constantino and Marry Chiwenga
Zimbabwe's Vice President, 62-year-old Constantino Chiwenga, is married to 35-year-old former model Marry Chiwenga. Their age gap is a sizeable 27 years.
3. Cain Mathema and Bathabetsoe Diana Nare
According to Myzimbabwe.co.zw, 72-year-old Cain Mathema is the Matabeleland Minister of State.
In 2016 at the age of 70, he got married to Bathabetsoe Diana Nara, who was aged 23 at the time. Their age gap is a massive 47 years.
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4. Karikoga Kaseke and Betty Nhambu Kaseke
Zimbabwe's Tourism Authority boss, 56-year-old Karikoga Kaseke, is married to 34-year-old Betty Nhambu. Their age disparity is a relatively "modest" 22 years.
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