Businesses Reeling From Price-Slashing Order
Panic and desperation sets in among Zimbabweans as most retail outlets run out of goods.
End of Road for Reserve Bank Governor?
Gono likely to either resign or face the sack after his withering criticism of the president’s price-slashing move.
Crisis Casts Shadow Over World Cup Preparations
South African soccer fans worried that Zimbabwean turmoil will mar the tournament.
Price Controls Prove Counterproductive
Restrictions on retail prices have led to panic-buying, with no prospect that shops can afford to buy in new stock.
Post-Mugabe Quandary
There’s little consensus amongst analysts over who should lead the country once Mugabe finally goes.
Mugabe Finds New Enemies in Business Sector
As manufacturers and retailers raise prices to keep pace with inflation, the president accuses them of a concerted plot to unseat him.
Thriving Black Market Keeps Economy Afloat
Money-changers are among the few people doing well out of Zimbabwe’s crumbling economy.
SADC Talks Hang in the Balance
Constitutional amendment looks likely to scupper Mbeki mediation initiative.
Doomsday Predictions Premature?
New report suggests runaway inflation will drive Zimbabwe out of business by year end, but experts say this ignores the underlying resilience of grassroots economic activity.
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