Zanu-PF

Emmerson Mnangagwa got more than half of the vote, preventing a second round runoff.

Armed troops have begun patrolling the streets of the country's capital city of Harare.

The deposed leader said he has been given $467,000 and two houses, which he claims is not enough.

In the absence of hard facts, many have turned to parody or unverified sources for information on the military takeover in Harare.

General Constantino Chiwenga warned of military intervention to back independence figures after President Robert Mugabe purged his prominent second-in-command.

Mugabe's decision comes as he embarks on a series of political rallies ahead of the 2018 election.

Mugabe has been in power since 1980 and is the world's oldest-serving head of state.

Mugabe's wife and vice-president are thought to be vying to succeed the 92-year-old.

Mugabe's wife, army colleague and ex-vice president could all replace the 92-year-old.

The world's oldest head of state isn't planning on going anywhere soon.

Joice Mujuru was sacked in December 2014 after Mugabe accused her of plotting to overthrow him.