Zimbabweans react to Trump's US polls victory

Republican candidate, Donald Trump romped to victory in the US elections, trouncing Democrat Hillary Clinton to become America's 45th president elect.

Trump won both houses while also claiming former Democrat strongholds on his way to landing America's top job.

After yesterday's elections, the world woke up to the Republican businessman, Trump's victory with some questioning whether the US is not ready for a woman president in the form of Clinton or whether the Americans simply wanted a change from the Democrats rule.

The ZBC News spoke to some political analysts and international relations observers who said the Republicans victory was a surprise to many given Trump's radical views and stance on certain issues including foreigners, Islamists and other minorities.

Media analyst, Caesar Zvayi said Clinton got what she deserved given her role towards the death of Libyan leader, Colonel Muammar Gaddafi and other international conflicts that she superintended when she was Secretary of State under the Barack Obama administration.

"She was also among the sponsors of the draconian and racist Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZDERA) which saw the imposition of illegal sanctions against Zimbabwe 15 years ago," Zvayi added.

University of Zimbabwe Dean of Social Studies, Professor Charity Manyeruke said Trump's victory can be attributed to the fact that he articulated the thoughts and minds of the Americans and that the Americans were in need of change after two successive Democratic presidency.

Another analyst and Highfield West legislator, Psychology Maziwisa said Trump's take over in America's driving seat could bring change for the better for Africa and other developing countries.

A political analyst, Dr David Tirivangani however begged to differ and believes the Republican is no good news for Zimbabwe and Africa as a whole.

In his victory speech, Trump called for unity, saying it is time for America to heal the wounds of division.

The Republicans won big all round, maintaining a strong grip and control of the senate with 51 seats to 47 for Democrats after wins in Florida, Pennysilvania and Indiana.

Congress also remains Republican controlled with 236 versus 191.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and outgoing US President Obama were among the first to congratulate Trump for the victory.