Here's a list of the heads of state from the Rhodesian era to the present day in Zimbabwe: ## Rhodesia (1965-1979) - *Ceremonial Heads*: - *Queen Elizabeth II* (1965-1970): Recognized as Queen of Rhodesia, though not acknowledged by the international community - *Clifford Dupont* (1970-1976): First President of Rhodesia, served as ceremonial head of state - *Henry Everard* (1976, 1978, 1979): Acting President - *John Wrathall* (1976-1978): Second President of Rhodesia - *Henry Everard* (1978-1979): Acting President ## Zimbabwe Rhodesia (1979) - *Josiah Zion Gumede* (1979): President of Zimbabwe Rhodesia ## Zimbabwe (1980-present) - *Canaan Banana* (1980-1987): First President of Zimbabwe, served as ceremonial head of state - *Robert Mugabe* (1987-2017): Prime Minister (1980-1987) and later President, ruled Zimbabwe for 37 years - *Emmerson Mnangagwa* (2017-present): Current President of Zimbabwe, took office after Robert Mugabe's resignation Note that Zimbabwe's government structure has undergone changes over the years, with varying roles for the head of state ¹.