A campaign poster for President Robert Mugabe is posted along a city street June 21, 2008 in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Human rights groups have accused Mugabe's ruling party of mass voter intimidation and violence against the political opposition ahead of the scheduled June 27 presidential runoff vote between President Mugabe and opposition candidate Morgan Tsvangirai. © John Moore/Getty Images

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Zimbabwe Crisis Reports

Years active: 2008-2012

Attacks to Create No-Go Areas for MDC

Violence by ZANU-PF supporters focused in areas where opposition won unexpected support in first-round elections.

Mugabe Worse Than Smith

Many who can recall pre-independence Zimbabwe said to believe current abuses exceed those of Smith regime.

Teachers Fall Victim to Rural Violence

Schools crisis deepens as staff flee reported reign of terror by government loyalists.

Recount Elaborate Plan to Steal Election

Official sources say it will ensure ZANU-PF regains parliamentary majority and leave Mugabe leading the presidential contest.

Political Stalemate Hits Economy

No one wants to buy or sell as long as it remains unclear which way the country is heading politically.

Military 'Running' the Country

Ruling party insiders say President Mugabe is effectively hostage to his security chiefs’ demands for continuity.

Election Impasse Spurs Emigration

Zimbabweans have been voting with their feet amidst mounting political uncertainty.

MDC-led Strike Misfires

Calls for a general strike to unblock Zimbabwe’s political crisis have been largely ignored.

Public Fury Over Election Mounts

Voters are running out of patience with Mugabe’s refusal to announce results of presidential ballot.