Harare to Host Official Opening of Robert Gabriel Mugabe Museum. Harare, Zimbabwe — The Institute of African Knowledge (INSTAK) is marking Black History Month 2026 with the official launch of the Robert Gabriel Mugabe Museum in Harare. Set to open on Saturday, 21 February 2026, at RGM House in Highfields, the museum commemorates the 100th anniversary of Black History Month under the theme “A Century of Black History Commemorations.
” According to INSTAK, the Zimbabwe-based Pan-African think tank has curated a series of events to highlight the contributions of Africans and people of African descent to world civilization.
The Robert Gabriel Mugabe Museum, situated in the former private residence of Zimbabwe’s late founding President, is poised to become a significant heritage site, fostering cultural education and economic activity in the area. INSTAK’s initiatives, including the Book of African Records, the Africa Factbook, and the Chimurenga/Umvukela Encyclopedia, aim to reclaim African narratives from distortion and marginalization.
The upcoming museum is part of these efforts, emphasizing the importance of documenting and preserving African history and heritage.
The official opening of the Robert Gabriel Mugabe Museum aligns with INSTAK’s broader mission to promote indigenous knowledge systems and contribute to the global discourse on African history.
The event is expected to attract senior government officials, diplomats, academics, and cultural leaders, underscoring its national and international significance.
The exhibition “10,000 Years of Civilization, Technology and Ubuntu,” launched earlier this month at the Heritage Village, Liberation City in Harare, has already drawn attention to the contributions of Africans and Afro-descended peoples to various fields.
The exhibition’s success and the anticipation surrounding the museum’s opening suggest a growing interest in African history and culture. With the Robert Gabriel Mugabe Museum, Zimbabwe adds a new cultural landmark to its cultural landscape, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to preserving liberation history and promoting African knowledge systems.
