Robert Mugabe fires his wife , allegedly after accusing her of plotting to overthrow him . Mujuru was seen as the likely successor to Mugabe until recently , when first lady Grace Mugabe accused her of being `` too dull '' and `` too corrupt '' to lead . Vice President Joice Mara dismisses the allegations against her . Mugabe has also fired two Cabinet ministers , a government official says . Mujuru was seen as a potential successor , but his wife is now gaining political influence .
Robert Mugabe fires his wife , allegedly after accusing her of plotting to overthrow him . Vice President Joice Mara dismisses the allegations against her . Mugabe has also fired two Cabinet ministers , a government official says . Mujuru was seen as a potential successor , but his wife is now gaining political influence .