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Zimbabwe

The Republic of Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa. President Emmerson Mnangagwa has served in office since a 2017 coup and is seeking a second term in the country's elections on August 23.

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A woman harvests fallen baobab fruit in Mudzi, Zimbabwe.

As Zimbabwe faces famine, some turn to baobab to survive

As Zimbabwe faces famine, some turn to baobab to survive

Almost 60% of rural people in Zimbabwe live on a brink to famine. For some, baobab fruit has become a lifeline.
SocietyOctober 5, 202403:14 min
Two young women are dancing and laughing, holding placards with environmental slogans

Zimbabwe: Climate action through dance!

Zimbabwe: Climate action through dance!

Dancing can be a source of joy! An environmentalist in Zimbabwe proves it's also a great way to get people into action
ClimateSeptember 27, 202404:55 min
Zimbabwean novelist Tsitsi Dangarembga holds a placard during an anti-corruption protest march

Zimbabwe's 'poor' rights record clouds SADC summit

Zimbabwe's 'poor' rights record clouds SADC summit

Talks meant to prioritize economic growth in southern Africa have been eclipsed by host nation Zimbabwe's rights record.
PoliticsAugust 16, 2024
Südafrika | Afrikanische Diaspora

Are Africans to blame for how the continent is perceived?

Are Africans to blame for how the continent is perceived?

US comedian Tiffany Haddish's excitement upon discovering a well-stocked supermarket in Zimbabwe sparked global outrage.
SocietyAugust 9, 202403:29 min
A young elephant walks in the grass.

Why some African countries support trophy hunting

Why some African countries support trophy hunting

There are conflicting theories about how to best conserve Africa's wild animals. Should trophy hunting be legal?
Nature and EnvironmentJune 24, 2024
Closeup of two people planting a sapling in the ground

Climate change activist in Zimbabwe to plant 1 billion trees

Climate change activist in Zimbabwe to plant 1 billion trees

Agriculture and mining are threatening forests in Zimbabwe. One activist aims to plant 1 billion trees by 2030.
Nature and EnvironmentJune 22, 202401:40 min
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A person in a hat in a field of dry crops

Severe drought in Zimbabwe threatens millions with hunger

The World Food Program has said it might not be able to assist families in Zimbabwe facing food insecurity.
Food SecurityMarch 26, 202401:37 min
A Zimbabwean woman shops for vegetables in Jambanja market in Seke, south of Harare.

Zimbabwe's women decry political underrepresentation

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed just six women to his new 26-member cabinet.
EqualitySeptember 15, 2023
Poster shows Zimbabwe leader Emmerson Mnangagwa

Zimbabwean election under scrutiny for irregularities

Critics say Zimbabwe's election does not necessarily reflect the will of the people.
PoliticsAugust 28, 2023
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