News Explore Zimbabwe: A Southern African Gem

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Zimbabwe, once a prosperous agricultural hub in Southern Africa, has faced severe economic decline since the "land crisis" of 2001, resulting in hyperinflation exceeding 15,000% and unemployment rates soaring to 70-80%. President Robert Mugabe's regime has been marked by corruption, brutality, and policies that have led to widespread starvation and displacement, particularly among black farm workers. The government's selective starvation tactics against political opponents have exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, with millions relying on aid from organizations like the World Food Program. Despite international sanctions and condemnation, Mugabe remains in power, supported by allies such as South Africa's president. The ongoing situation highlights the urgent need for intervention and potential regime change to restore stability and improve living conditions in Zimbabwe.
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7589297.stm

BBC correspondent Jonah Fisher, based in neighbouring South Africa, says Ms Coventry is lucky her reward is in American dollars, because a suitcase of Zimbabwean currency would scarcely have bought her a loaf of bread.

Inflation is currently running at 11,000,000% and there are widespread shortages of food and fuel.

I wonder how he managed to do such things when his country is a disaster.
 
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