Zimbabwe

Country Zimbabwe
Capital Harare
Continent Africa
Currency United States dollar(USD)
Languages Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Koisan, Nambya, Ndau, Ndebele, Shangani, Shona, Sign language, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Venda & Xhosa

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The UK annexed Southern Rhodesia from the [British] South Africa Company in 1923. A 1961 constitution was formulated that favored whites in power. In 1965 the government unilaterally declared its independence, but the UK did not recognize the act and demanded more complete voting rights for the black African majority in the country (then called Rhodesia). UN sanctions and a guerrilla uprising finally led to free elections in 1979 and independence (as Zimbabwe) in 1980. Robert MUGABE, the nation's first prime minister, has been the country's only ruler (as president since 1987) and has dominated the country's political system since independence. His chaotic land redistribution campaign, which began in 2000, caused an exodus of white farmers, crippled the economy, and ushered in widespread shortages of basic commodities. Ignoring international condemnation, MUGABE rigged the 2002 presidential election to ensure his reelection. The ruling ZANU-PF party used fraud and intimidation to win a two-thirds majority in the March 2005 parliamentary election, allowing it to amend the constitution at will and recreate the Senate, which had been abolished in the late 1980s. In April 2005, Harare embarked on Operation Restore Order, ostensibly an urban rationalization program, which resulted in the destruction of the homes or businesses of 700,000 mostly poor supporters of the opposition. President MUGABE in June 2007 instituted price controls on all basic commodities causing panic buying and leaving store shelves empty for months. General elections held in March 2008 contained irregularities but still amounted to a censure of the ZANU-PF-led government with the opposition winning a majority of seats in parliament. MDC opposition leader Morgan TSVANGIRAI won the most votes in the presidential polls, but not enough to win outright. In the lead up to a run-off election in late June 2008, considerable violence enacted against opposition party members led to the withdrawal of TSVANGIRAI from the ballot. Extensive evidence of vote tampering and ballot-box stuffing resulted in international condemnation of the process. Difficult negotiations over a power-sharing government, in which MUGABE remained president and TSVANGIRAI became prime minister, were finally settled in February 2009, although the leaders have yet failed to agree upon many key outstanding governmental issues.

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Zimbabwe student succumbs 8 days after attack - The Times of IndiaZimbabwe student succumbs 8 days after attack  The Times of India

All-rounder misses out as Sri Lanka name squad for Zimbabwe - ICCAll-rounder misses out as Sri Lanka name squad for Zimbabwe  ICC

US suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe, embassy says - MintUS suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe, embassy says  Mint

No Hasaranga for Zimbabwe ODIs - Cricbuzz.comNo Hasaranga for Zimbabwe ODIs  Cricbuzz.com

Zimbabwe delegation’s visit to city begins - The Times of IndiaZimbabwe delegation’s visit to city begins  The Times of India

From Zimbabwe to Japan: How sesame seeds are helping farmers grow a profit - World Food ProgrammeFrom Zimbabwe to Japan: How sesame seeds are helping farmers grow a profit  World Food Programme

Asylum seeker from Zimbabwe Tawanda Muyeye hopes to play cricket for England - The Indian ExpressAsylum seeker from Zimbabwe Tawanda Muyeye hopes to play cricket for England  The Indian Express

ED Arrests Zimbabwe National In Goa Drug Cartel Probe; Raids In 8 states - Free Press JournalED Arrests Zimbabwe National In Goa Drug Cartel Probe; Raids In 8 states  Free Press Journal

Zimbabwe VP to visit Surat with business delegation - The Times of IndiaZimbabwe VP to visit Surat with business delegation  The Times of India

Beaten with sticks, bats, Zimbabwean student in Punjab dies; cops arrest 7, rule out hate crime - The Indian ExpressBeaten with sticks, bats, Zimbabwean student in Punjab dies; cops arrest 7, rule out hate crime  The Indian Express

WCC shares greetings with the 48th Annual Conference of Methodist Church in Zimbabwe - World Council of ChurchesWCC shares greetings with the 48th Annual Conference of Methodist Church in Zimbabwe  World Council of Churches

Surat hosts Zimbabwe Vice President for trade talks: diamond, textile and dairy industry visits highlight e... - Bhaskar EnglishSurat hosts Zimbabwe Vice President for trade talks: diamond, textile and dairy industry visits highlight e...  Bhaskar English

ZIM vs SL: Sri Lanka announces squad for ODIs against Zimbabwe; Hasaranga out with injury - SportstarZIM vs SL: Sri Lanka announces squad for ODIs against Zimbabwe; Hasaranga out with injury  Sportstar

Zimbabwe Vice President on two-day Surat visit - DeshGujaratZimbabwe Vice President on two-day Surat visit  DeshGujarat

US suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe, embassy says - ReutersUS suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe, embassy says  Reuters

Zimbabwean student succumbs, murder charges added against 7 accused - Hindustan TimesZimbabwean student succumbs, murder charges added against 7 accused  Hindustan Times

Pavan Rathnayake and Nuwanidu Fernando called up for SL's tour of Zimbabwe - ESPNcricinfoPavan Rathnayake and Nuwanidu Fernando called up for SL's tour of Zimbabwe  ESPNcricinfo

Sri Lanka ODI squad for Zimbabwe announced; Asia Cup 2025 hits selection - Cricket AddictorSri Lanka ODI squad for Zimbabwe announced; Asia Cup 2025 hits selection  Cricket Addictor

Sri Lanka name ODI squad for Zimbabwe series, injured Wanindu Hasaranga misses out - India TV NewsSri Lanka name ODI squad for Zimbabwe series, injured Wanindu Hasaranga misses out  India TV News

Goa cocaine seizure: ED arrests Zimbabwe national, freezes bank accounts after multi-city raids - Mangalorean.comGoa cocaine seizure: ED arrests Zimbabwe national, freezes bank accounts after multi-city raids  Mangalorean.com

Hasaranga to miss Sri Lanka versus Zimbabwe ODI series - RevsportzHasaranga to miss Sri Lanka versus Zimbabwe ODI series  Revsportz

Surat to host Zimbabwe Vice President for two-day visit focusing on business cooperation - The Indian ExpressSurat to host Zimbabwe Vice President for two-day visit focusing on business cooperation  The Indian Express

Zimbabwe joins as 151st signatory to the Multilateral Convention to tackle tax evasion and avoidance, and Madagascar deposits its instrument of ratification - OECDZimbabwe joins as 151st signatory to the Multilateral Convention to tackle tax evasion and avoidance, and Madagascar deposits its instrument of ratification  OECD

Align Anti-Trafficking Initiatives with SDGs, Catholic Nun in Zimbabwe to Church in Africa - aciafrica.orgAlign Anti-Trafficking Initiatives with SDGs, Catholic Nun in Zimbabwe to Church in Africa  aciafrica.org

Zimbabwe's Asylum Seeker Tawanda Muyeye Dreams Of Playing International Cricket For England - News18Zimbabwe's Asylum Seeker Tawanda Muyeye Dreams Of Playing International Cricket For England  News18

Zimbabwe delegation visits China to advance smart water cooperation and exchange - Smart Energy InternationalZimbabwe delegation visits China to advance smart water cooperation and exchange  Smart Energy International

Star RR Spinner Missing From Sri Lanka’s Squad For Zimbabwe Ahead Of Asia Cup - Cricket.comStar RR Spinner Missing From Sri Lanka’s Squad For Zimbabwe Ahead Of Asia Cup  Cricket.com

Banks, stock market hit as Zimbabwe battles central bank outage - Business Insider AfricaBanks, stock market hit as Zimbabwe battles central bank outage  Business Insider Africa

Bosch's maiden five-for helps SA complete monster win over Zimbabwe - ESPNcricinfoBosch's maiden five-for helps SA complete monster win over Zimbabwe  ESPNcricinfo

Open House and Dedication Dates Announced for the Harare Zimbabwe Temple - newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.orgOpen House and Dedication Dates Announced for the Harare Zimbabwe Temple  newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org

Sri Lanka announce squad for Zimbabwe ODIs; Hasaranga ruled out - NewsBytesSri Lanka announce squad for Zimbabwe ODIs; Hasaranga ruled out  NewsBytes

8 Venues In South Africa To Host 44 Matches Of 2027 ODI World Cup, 10 Games In Namibia & Zimbabwe - News188 Venues In South Africa To Host 44 Matches Of 2027 ODI World Cup, 10 Games In Namibia & Zimbabwe  News18

Sri Lanka announce squad for Zimbabwe ODIs, Wanindu Hasaranga misses out with injury - CricTrackerSri Lanka announce squad for Zimbabwe ODIs, Wanindu Hasaranga misses out with injury  CricTracker

Why Zimbabwe’s Test Struggles Are Due To Cricket’s Greed - ForbesWhy Zimbabwe’s Test Struggles Are Due To Cricket’s Greed  Forbes

Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out, Nuwanidu Fernando Returns As Sri Lanka Announce 16-Member Squad Against Zimbabwe - Zee NewsWanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out, Nuwanidu Fernando Returns As Sri Lanka Announce 16-Member Squad Against Zimbabwe  Zee News

New Zealand beat Zimbabwe, New Zealand won by 60 runs - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand beat Zimbabwe, New Zealand won by 60 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Dominant South Africa wrap up 2-0 sweep inside three days - ESPNcricinfoDominant South Africa wrap up 2-0 sweep inside three days  ESPNcricinfo

Canada, Zimbabwe forge sports alliance - InsideTheGamesCanada, Zimbabwe forge sports alliance  InsideTheGames

Zimbabwean government backs legal recognition of intersex people - Washington BladeZimbabwean government backs legal recognition of intersex people  Washington Blade

South Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 5 wickets (with 25 balls remaining) - ESPNcricinfoSouth Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 5 wickets (with 25 balls remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

In rural Zimbabwe, 20 kilometres make the difference between life and death - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceIn rural Zimbabwe, 20 kilometres make the difference between life and death  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Tri-Nation Under-19s Tournament in Zimbabwe 2025 - ESPNcricinfoTri-Nation Under-19s Tournament in Zimbabwe 2025  ESPNcricinfo

US Visa Suspension in Zimbabwe: How It Affects Travellers and Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldUS Visa Suspension in Zimbabwe: How It Affects Travellers and Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Uncapped pacer in Zimbabwe squad to face the Proteas - ICCUncapped pacer in Zimbabwe squad to face the Proteas  ICC

New Zealand script record win after Foulkes & Co flatten Zimbabwe - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand script record win after Foulkes & Co flatten Zimbabwe  ESPNcricinfo

US suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe - TRT GlobalUS suspends visa processing in Zimbabwe  TRT Global

South Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 328 runs - ESPNcricinfoSouth Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 328 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Hasaranga misses out as Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for two ODIs against Zimbabwe - Tribune IndiaHasaranga misses out as Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for two ODIs against Zimbabwe  Tribune India

Sri Lanka name 16-man squad for ODI series against Zimbabwe - Gulf NewsSri Lanka name 16-man squad for ODI series against Zimbabwe  Gulf News

England beat Zimbabwe, England won by an innings and 45 runs - ESPNcricinfoEngland beat Zimbabwe, England won by an innings and 45 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Impact Of United States Visa Processing Suspension On Zimbabwe Affects Students And Travellers: All You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldImpact Of United States Visa Processing Suspension On Zimbabwe Affects Students And Travellers: All You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

U.S. suspends most visa processing for Zimbabwe amid government concerns - africanews.comU.S. suspends most visa processing for Zimbabwe amid government concerns  africanews.com

US Urgently Halts Visa Processing In Zimbabwe Triggering Major Disruptions For Students, Travelers, And Business Growth - Travel And Tour WorldUS Urgently Halts Visa Processing In Zimbabwe Triggering Major Disruptions For Students, Travelers, And Business Growth  Travel And Tour World

Recent Match Report - Zimbabwe vs South Africa 1st Test 2025 | ESPNcricinfo.com - ESPNRecent Match Report - Zimbabwe vs South Africa 1st Test 2025 | ESPNcricinfo.com  ESPN

Sri Lanka announce squad for ODI series against Zimbabwe - Geo SuperSri Lanka announce squad for ODI series against Zimbabwe  Geo Super

ENG v ZIM 2025, ENG vs ZIM Only Test Match Preview - Zimbabwe come in from the cold after 22-year hiatus - ESPNcricinfoENG v ZIM 2025, ENG vs ZIM Only Test Match Preview - Zimbabwe come in from the cold after 22-year hiatus  ESPNcricinfo

Linde, Brevis and debutant Hermann star as SA beat Zimbabwe in tri-series opener - ESPNLinde, Brevis and debutant Hermann star as SA beat Zimbabwe in tri-series opener  ESPN

Zimbabwe Vs Sri Lanka: Wanindu Hasaranga Misses Out As SL Name ODI Squad for ZIM Tour - Outlook IndiaZimbabwe Vs Sri Lanka: Wanindu Hasaranga Misses Out As SL Name ODI Squad for ZIM Tour  Outlook India

US halts visa processing in Zimbabwe - Latest news from AzerbaijanUS halts visa processing in Zimbabwe  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Proteas batters dominate opening day in Zimbabwe warm-up - ICCProteas batters dominate opening day in Zimbabwe warm-up  ICC

Surviving drought-stricken Zimbabwe - European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid OperationsSurviving drought-stricken Zimbabwe  European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations

Eng vs Zim, Men's Test - Zimbabwe give back the joy as long exile ends in heroic failure - ESPNcricinfoEng vs Zim, Men's Test - Zimbabwe give back the joy as long exile ends in heroic failure  ESPNcricinfo

World Bank RAMP announces new member, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, beneficiary of trust fund to advance public asset management - World BankWorld Bank RAMP announces new member, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, beneficiary of trust fund to advance public asset management  World Bank

Zimbabwe National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Zimbabwe National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

No More Business as Usual: Zimbabwe’s Big Energy Finance Experiment - United Nations Sustainable Development GroupNo More Business as Usual: Zimbabwe’s Big Energy Finance Experiment  United Nations Sustainable Development Group

Raza, Curran and Ngarava out of Zimbabwe vs South Africa Tests - ESPN IndiaRaza, Curran and Ngarava out of Zimbabwe vs South Africa Tests  ESPN India

Malaria ‘back with a vengeance’ in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple - The GuardianMalaria ‘back with a vengeance’ in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple  The Guardian

ZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 2nd Test at Bulawayo, July 06 - 08, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 2nd Test at Bulawayo, July 06 - 08, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

Brazil presses countries to deliver climate plans ahead of COP30 as Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho register early - Africa Sustainability MattersBrazil presses countries to deliver climate plans ahead of COP30 as Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho register early  Africa Sustainability Matters

Star all-rounder returns as Zimbabwe confirm squad for historic England Test - ICCStar all-rounder returns as Zimbabwe confirm squad for historic England Test  ICC

ZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 1st Test at Bulawayo, June 28 - July 01, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 1st Test at Bulawayo, June 28 - July 01, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

Zimbabwe's farming fallout 25 years on: Deal or no deal? - BBCZimbabwe's farming fallout 25 years on: Deal or no deal?  BBC

Brock, Zimbabwe Olympic Committee team up to strengthen sport governance – The Brock News - Brock UniversityBrock, Zimbabwe Olympic Committee team up to strengthen sport governance – The Brock News  Brock University

Rain hands Zimbabwe series win after batters struggle - ESPNcricinfoRain hands Zimbabwe series win after batters struggle  ESPNcricinfo

Investing in rural people in Zimbabwe - ZAWYAInvesting in rural people in Zimbabwe  ZAWYA

IAEA Completes International Physical Protection Advisory Service Mission in Zimbabwe - IAEAIAEA Completes International Physical Protection Advisory Service Mission in Zimbabwe  IAEA

Asia Cup 2025 on the horizon, Sri Lanka rope in Lasith Malinga for short stint before Zimbabwe series - InsideSportAsia Cup 2025 on the horizon, Sri Lanka rope in Lasith Malinga for short stint before Zimbabwe series  InsideSport

Brits Jailed in Zimbabwe for smuggling cannabis - BBCBrits Jailed in Zimbabwe for smuggling cannabis  BBC

Proteas face Zimbabwe before World Test Championship Final - ICCProteas face Zimbabwe before World Test Championship Final  ICC

ZIM vs IRE Live score - Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2025 February 25, 2025 3rd T20I in Harare - ESPNcricinfoZIM vs IRE Live score - Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2025 February 25, 2025 3rd T20I in Harare  ESPNcricinfo

Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation and Hygiene - UnicefClimate Resilient Water, Sanitation and Hygiene  Unicef

Anchoring Zimbabwe’s Macroeconomic Stability Through Fiscal Policy: Key lessons from the new Public Finance Review - World BankAnchoring Zimbabwe’s Macroeconomic Stability Through Fiscal Policy: Key lessons from the new Public Finance Review  World Bank

Zimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand for Tests and T20Is in bumper summer - ESPN IndiaZimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand for Tests and T20Is in bumper summer  ESPN India

Zimbabwe on track for 6% growth as economy recovers from drought - ReutersZimbabwe on track for 6% growth as economy recovers from drought  Reuters

Zimbabwe repeat 2018 heroics with thrilling Test win in Sylhet - ICCZimbabwe repeat 2018 heroics with thrilling Test win in Sylhet  ICC

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 6th Match - Cricbuzz.comZimbabwe vs New Zealand, 6th Match  Cricbuzz.com

Who Will Bury You? Short stories from Zimbabwe about women who refuse to be easily defined - The ConversationWho Will Bury You? Short stories from Zimbabwe about women who refuse to be easily defined  The Conversation

Understanding the evolution and state of democracy in Zimbabwe: When a coup is not called a coup - BrookingsUnderstanding the evolution and state of democracy in Zimbabwe: When a coup is not called a coup  Brookings

Sri Lanka's star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga to miss ODIs against Zimbabwe due to injury - Mid-daySri Lanka's star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga to miss ODIs against Zimbabwe due to injury  Mid-day

Zimbabwe Man Arrested for Romance Scams Targeting Phuket Women - Khaosod EnglishZimbabwe Man Arrested for Romance Scams Targeting Phuket Women  Khaosod English

Zimbabwe vs South Africa, 1st Test - Cricbuzz.comZimbabwe vs South Africa, 1st Test  Cricbuzz.com

Pretorius, Brevis to debut as SA renew Test ties with Zimbabwe - ESPNPretorius, Brevis to debut as SA renew Test ties with Zimbabwe  ESPN

Sri Lanka ODI squad for Zimbabwe series announced - AdaderanaSri Lanka ODI squad for Zimbabwe series announced  Adaderana

Zimbabwe: Arbitrary detention of journalist an assault on freedom of expression - Amnesty InternationalZimbabwe: Arbitrary detention of journalist an assault on freedom of expression  Amnesty International

Migrant women transform Zimbabwe’s mining sector - primeprogressng.comMigrant women transform Zimbabwe’s mining sector  primeprogressng.com

Zimbabwe to scrap tariffs on US goods in goodwill gesture to Trump - BBCZimbabwe to scrap tariffs on US goods in goodwill gesture to Trump  BBC

Chinese nickel giant Tsingshan to invest $800m in Zimbabwe steel plant - Business Insider AfricaChinese nickel giant Tsingshan to invest $800m in Zimbabwe steel plant  Business Insider Africa

Ben Curran's maiden ODI ton leads Zimbabwe to 2-1 series win - ESPNcricinfoBen Curran's maiden ODI ton leads Zimbabwe to 2-1 series win  ESPNcricinfo

‘We are a passionately multiracial team’: Zimbabwe return to England transformed - The Guardian‘We are a passionately multiracial team’: Zimbabwe return to England transformed  The Guardian

Africa News Live Updates: Cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe spreads to eight districts; continent's food import bill explodes - FirstpostAfrica News Live Updates: Cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe spreads to eight districts; continent's food import bill explodes  Firstpost