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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New Zealand beat Zimbabwe, New Zealand won by 9 wickets - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand beat Zimbabwe, New Zealand won by 9 wickets  ESPNcricinfo

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 1st Test - Cricbuzz.comZimbabwe vs New Zealand, 1st Test  Cricbuzz.com

Santner takes four as New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets - Hindustan Times
  1. Santner takes four as New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets  Hindustan Times
  2. Matt Henry takes nine in the match as NZ rout Zimbabwe in first Test  ESPNcricinfo
  3. Zimbabwe Vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 2 Highlights: Follow Scorecard And Commentary  News18


Ramsar COP15 closes in Zimbabwe with renewed commitment to wetland conservation - Down To EarthRamsar COP15 closes in Zimbabwe with renewed commitment to wetland conservation  Down To Earth

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Score, 1st Test Day 1: Catch Latest Live Updates - Times NowZimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Score, 1st Test Day 1: Catch Latest Live Updates  Times Now

Taylor returns to Zimbabwe squad for second New Zealand Test - ICCTaylor returns to Zimbabwe squad for second New Zealand Test  ICC

Blondie, the legendary lion, killed in Zimbabwe. What happened? - FirstpostBlondie, the legendary lion, killed in Zimbabwe. What happened?  Firstpost

India's wetland conservation resolution adopted at Ramsar CoP15 in Zimbabwe - Business StandardIndia's wetland conservation resolution adopted at Ramsar CoP15 in Zimbabwe  Business Standard

South Africa vs Zimbabwe, 4-day Warm-up Match, Tue, Jun 3, ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 - Cricbuzz.comSouth Africa vs Zimbabwe, 4-day Warm-up Match, Tue, Jun 3, ICC World Test Championship Final 2025  Cricbuzz.com

Ireland Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 1st T20I - Cricbuzz.comIreland Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 1st T20I  Cricbuzz.com

ZIM vs NZ highlights, 1st Test Day 1: New Zealand 92/0 at Stumps; trails Zimbabwe by 57 runs - SportstarZIM vs NZ highlights, 1st Test Day 1: New Zealand 92/0 at Stumps; trails Zimbabwe by 57 runs  Sportstar

Research lion killed in 'unethical' alleged trophy hunt shooting - BBCResearch lion killed in 'unethical' alleged trophy hunt shooting  BBC

Matt Henry Stars As New Zealand Crush Zimbabwe By Nine Wickets In 1st Test - NDTV SportsMatt Henry Stars As New Zealand Crush Zimbabwe By Nine Wickets In 1st Test  NDTV Sports

ZIM vs NZ: New Zealand crush Zimbabwe in first Test, Matt Henry shines with 9/90 - Times of IndiaZIM vs NZ: New Zealand crush Zimbabwe in first Test, Matt Henry shines with 9/90  Times of India

ZIM vs NZ: New Zealand wipe out Zimbabwe in 1st Test, take 1-0 series lead - India TodayZIM vs NZ: New Zealand wipe out Zimbabwe in 1st Test, take 1-0 series lead  India Today

Latham ruled out of first Test against Zimbabwe | Santner to become 32nd Test captain - NZCLatham ruled out of first Test against Zimbabwe | Santner to become 32nd Test captain  NZC

New Zealand make short work of Zimbabwe with a 9-wicket win in 1st Test, Henry shines with 9 wickets - India TV NewsNew Zealand make short work of Zimbabwe with a 9-wicket win in 1st Test, Henry shines with 9 wickets  India TV News

NZ back in whites sans stars, Zimbabwe seek redemption - ESPNcricinfoNZ back in whites sans stars, Zimbabwe seek redemption  ESPNcricinfo

ZIM vs NZ, 1st Test Day 3 report: New Zealand beats Zimbabwe by nine wickets - SportstarZIM vs NZ, 1st Test Day 3 report: New Zealand beats Zimbabwe by nine wickets  Sportstar

Ireland cricket: Ireland Women defeat Zimbabwe by 97 runs in ODI opener - BBCIreland cricket: Ireland Women defeat Zimbabwe by 97 runs in ODI opener  BBC

Zimbabwe Vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Follow Scorecard And Match Action In Bulawayo - News18Zimbabwe Vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Follow Scorecard And Match Action In Bulawayo  News18

ZIM vs NZ highlights, 1st Test Day 3: New Zealand beats Zimbabwe by nine wickets - SportstarZIM vs NZ highlights, 1st Test Day 3: New Zealand beats Zimbabwe by nine wickets  Sportstar

Brendan Taylor's ban ends, added to second Test squad against NZ - ESPNcricinfoBrendan Taylor's ban ends, added to second Test squad against NZ  ESPNcricinfo

Zimbabwe Cricket receives US$ 50,000 sponsorship to support domestic teams - ESPNcricinfoZimbabwe Cricket receives US$ 50,000 sponsorship to support domestic teams  ESPNcricinfo

New Zealand crushes Zimbabwe by nine wickets in three-day first Test - Daily ExcelsiorNew Zealand crushes Zimbabwe by nine wickets in three-day first Test  Daily Excelsior

Latham out of first Test against Zimbabwe, Santner to stand in as NZ captain - ESPNcricinfoLatham out of first Test against Zimbabwe, Santner to stand in as NZ captain  ESPNcricinfo

Ireland Women v Zimbabwe Women: Hosts win opening T20 by six wickets - BBCIreland Women v Zimbabwe Women: Hosts win opening T20 by six wickets  BBC

Mitchell puts New Zealand ahead despite middle-order collapse - ESPNcricinfoMitchell puts New Zealand ahead despite middle-order collapse  ESPNcricinfo

Matt Henry six-fer blows away Zimbabwe for 149 - Cricbuzz.comMatt Henry six-fer blows away Zimbabwe for 149  Cricbuzz.com

Daryl Mitchell stands tall as Zimbabwe fight back on Day 2 - Cricbuzz.comDaryl Mitchell stands tall as Zimbabwe fight back on Day 2  Cricbuzz.com

ZIM Vs NZ, 1st Test: New Zealand Outclass Zimbabwe By Nine Wickets Inside 3 Days - News18ZIM Vs NZ, 1st Test: New Zealand Outclass Zimbabwe By Nine Wickets Inside 3 Days  News18

Brendan Taylor back in Zimbabwe fold after completing ICC ban - Cricbuzz.comBrendan Taylor back in Zimbabwe fold after completing ICC ban  Cricbuzz.com

Black Caps v Zimbabwe: Bowlers put NZ on course for win inside three days - NZ HeraldBlack Caps v Zimbabwe: Bowlers put NZ on course for win inside three days  NZ Herald

NZ's Daryl Mitchell's Strategy For Zimbabwe Test: 'Get A Lead On...' - News18NZ's Daryl Mitchell's Strategy For Zimbabwe Test: 'Get A Lead On...'  News18

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

Prendergast helps Ireland to ODI sweep over Zimbabwe - BBCPrendergast helps Ireland to ODI sweep over Zimbabwe  BBC

ZIM vs NZ Cricket Scorecard, 3rd Match at Harare, July 18, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoZIM vs NZ Cricket Scorecard, 3rd Match at Harare, July 18, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

New Zealand Playing 11 vs Zimbabwe- 1st Test, New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 - Cricket AddictorNew Zealand Playing 11 vs Zimbabwe- 1st Test, New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025  Cricket Addictor

Henry takes nine as Black Caps smash Zimbabwe inside three days - NZ HeraldHenry takes nine as Black Caps smash Zimbabwe inside three days  NZ Herald

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

South Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 7 wickets (with 16 balls remaining) - ESPNcricinfoSouth Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by 7 wickets (with 16 balls remaining)  ESPNcricinfo

Malaria ‘back with a vengeance’ in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple - theguardian.comMalaria ‘back with a vengeance’ in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple  theguardian.com

All-round New Zealand decimate Zimbabwe in 1st Test: Key stats - NewsBytesAll-round New Zealand decimate Zimbabwe in 1st Test: Key stats  NewsBytes

UAE becomes Zimbabwe’s top export market in June 2025 - TV BRICSUAE becomes Zimbabwe’s top export market in June 2025  TV BRICS

Zimbabwe batter returns after ban, set to face Black Caps - NZ HeraldZimbabwe batter returns after ban, set to face Black Caps  NZ Herald

Henry's nine scalps power NZ to 10 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in 1st Test - ANI NewsHenry's nine scalps power NZ to 10 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in 1st Test  ANI News

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

Never lost: The Black Caps aim to retain near perfect test record - NZ HeraldNever lost: The Black Caps aim to retain near perfect test record  NZ Herald

Zimbabwe Struggles at 31-2 After New Zealand Builds Big Lead in 1st Test - FreeJobAlert.ComZimbabwe Struggles at 31-2 After New Zealand Builds Big Lead in 1st Test  FreeJobAlert.Com

Zimbabwe: Scarcity of vocations to the priesthood - Vatican NewsZimbabwe: Scarcity of vocations to the priesthood  Vatican News

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

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

Bangladesh U19 storm into tri-series final with dominant win over Zimbabwe - - Daily ObserverBangladesh U19 storm into tri-series final with dominant win over Zimbabwe -  Daily Observer

July 2025 Recap: India Women Create History, Ireland Dominate Zimbabwe, Turkey Triumphs in Bulgaria - Female CricketJuly 2025 Recap: India Women Create History, Ireland Dominate Zimbabwe, Turkey Triumphs in Bulgaria  Female Cricket

Beloved lion killed by trophy hunter in 'harrowing echo' of Cecil the Lion's death in 2015 - NBC NewsBeloved lion killed by trophy hunter in 'harrowing echo' of Cecil the Lion's death in 2015  NBC News

South Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by an innings and 236 runs - ESPNcricinfoSouth Africa beat Zimbabwe, South Africa won by an innings and 236 runs  ESPNcricinfo

Afreximbank backs 1 GW floating solar project in Zimbabwe - pv magazine InternationalAfreximbank backs 1 GW floating solar project in Zimbabwe  pv magazine International

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

Outspoken women in Zimbabwe face digital violence - Genocide WatchOutspoken women in Zimbabwe face digital violence  Genocide Watch

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

Santner takes four, Kiwis win first Zimbabwe Test by nine wickets - Dhaka TribuneSantner takes four, Kiwis win first Zimbabwe Test by nine wickets  Dhaka Tribune

Zimbabwe facing a big defeat in first test against New Zealand - ABC NewsZimbabwe facing a big defeat in first test against New Zealand  ABC News

New Zealand defeat Zimbabwe by nine wickets in first Test | Tap to know more | Inshorts - InshortsNew Zealand defeat Zimbabwe by nine wickets in first Test | Tap to know more | Inshorts  Inshorts

TikTok users in Ghana and Zimbabwe enjoy making fun of government – why it can have a downside - The ConversationTikTok users in Ghana and Zimbabwe enjoy making fun of government – why it can have a downside  The Conversation

COP15 concludes in Zimbabwe with enhanced global resolve to wetland conservation - XinhuaCOP15 concludes in Zimbabwe with enhanced global resolve to wetland conservation  Xinhua

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

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

A trophy hunter killed a lion in Zimbabwe that was part of a research project, sparking anger - ABC NewsA trophy hunter killed a lion in Zimbabwe that was part of a research project, sparking anger  ABC News

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

Zimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand in multi-format contest - ICCZimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand in multi-format contest  ICC

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

ZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 1st Match at Harare, July 14, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoZIM vs SA Cricket Scorecard, 1st Match at Harare, July 14, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

One of the world’s most trafficked animals has a lifeline in Zimbabwe - CNNOne of the world’s most trafficked animals has a lifeline in Zimbabwe  CNN

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

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

Zimbabwe and Gaza - The Times of IsraelZimbabwe and Gaza  The Times of Israel

This Zimbabwean lawyer is building a new kind of defence—for animals - primeprogressng.comThis Zimbabwean lawyer is building a new kind of defence—for animals  primeprogressng.com

Zimbabwe rolls out smart water meter systems - Connecting AfricaZimbabwe rolls out smart water meter systems  Connecting Africa

One of the world’s most trafficked animals has a lifeline in Zimbabwe - CNNOne of the world’s most trafficked animals has a lifeline in Zimbabwe  CNN

New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets - The Express TribuneNew Zealand beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets  The Express Tribune

Zimbabwe Twenty20 Tri-Series | Live Score, Schedule, News - ESPNcricinfoZimbabwe Twenty20 Tri-Series | Live Score, Schedule, News  ESPNcricinfo

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

Rugby World Cup: Zimbabwe beat Namibia to reach first tournament since 1991 - BBCRugby World Cup: Zimbabwe beat Namibia to reach first tournament since 1991  BBC

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

Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission engages SA’s Public Protector about its citizens barred from hospitals - News24Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission engages SA’s Public Protector about its citizens barred from hospitals  News24

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

BAN vs ZIM Cricket Scorecard, 2nd Test at Chattogram, April 28 - 30, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoBAN vs ZIM Cricket Scorecard, 2nd Test at Chattogram, April 28 - 30, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

New Zealand pacer earns maiden call-up for Zimbabwe Tests - ICCNew Zealand pacer earns maiden call-up for Zimbabwe Tests  ICC

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

Henry rolls Zimbabwe before Conway gives Black Caps control in Bulawayo - NZ HeraldHenry rolls Zimbabwe before Conway gives Black Caps control in Bulawayo  NZ Herald

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

Ireland v Zimbabwe: Hosts out to improve world ranking in multi-format series - BBCIreland v Zimbabwe: Hosts out to improve world ranking in multi-format series  BBC

Munyonga takes Zimbabwe home in tight finish - ESPNcricinfoMunyonga takes Zimbabwe home in tight finish  ESPNcricinfo

Bangladesh U-19 qualify for tri-nation final after thrashing Zimbabwe - daily-sun.comBangladesh U-19 qualify for tri-nation final after thrashing Zimbabwe  daily-sun.com

New Zealand crushes Zimbabwe by nine wickets in three-day first test - The Wilton BulletinNew Zealand crushes Zimbabwe by nine wickets in three-day first test  The Wilton Bulletin

New Zealand in Zimbabwe | Live Score, Schedule, News - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand in Zimbabwe | Live Score, Schedule, News  ESPNcricinfo

ELISA Business Scholars Program 2025 for African Entrepreneurs (Fully-funded to Zimbabwe) - Opportunity DeskELISA Business Scholars Program 2025 for African Entrepreneurs (Fully-funded to Zimbabwe)  Opportunity Desk

Matt Henry stars as New Zealand romp to Test victory against Zimbabwe - SABC SportMatt Henry stars as New Zealand romp to Test victory against Zimbabwe  SABC Sport

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

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