At The Deep End

At the Deep End is the candid and powerful autobiography of Morgan Tsvangirai, one of Zimbabwe’s most influential and resilient political figures. The book traces Tsvangirai’s life from his modest upbringing in rural Buhera, through his rise as a trade unionist, and ultimately to his role as the founding leader of the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC). His journey from mine worker to Prime Minister highlights a life shaped by struggle, conviction, and a deep commitment to democratic change.

Tsvangirai offers a firsthand account of Zimbabwe’s turbulent political landscape under Robert Mugabe’s long rule. He describes in detail the formation and growth of the MDC, the intimidation and violence faced by opposition figures, and the challenges of contesting elections in an authoritarian system. The book also delves into his time as Prime Minister during the Government of National Unity, offering insight into the fragile power-sharing arrangement and the tensions that shaped it.