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

No Sign of Promised Media Relaxation

Revised law allows media free rein to cover March elections, but it seem policies will remain as restrictive as ever.

Professionals Join Ranks of Street Hawkers

Skilled workers forced to abandon their careers in order to make ends meet.

Crunch Time for Makoni Election Bid

A promising contender has thrown his hat into the ring, but the danger is that those who encouraged him will be too scared to back him publicly.

Water in Short Supply Despite Rain

Bulawayo authorities’ standoff with Harare over utilities takeover aggravates shortage of mains water.

Poor Whites Struggle by in Zimbabwe

After the departure of many white people, those who remain in the country often face economic hardship.

Makoni Rises to the Challenge

Ruling party rift deepens as senior member takes on Mugabe in presidential poll.

Warning of “Logistical Nightmare” on Election Day

With four ballots taking place simultaneously, completing the March elections in a single day while ensuring everyone gets a chance to vote may be well-nigh impossible.

MDC's Position Short on Clarity

As the opposition agonises over tactics, the Zimbabwean president pre-empts any compromise by setting an election date.

Gukurahundi Ghost Haunts Matabeleland

Zimbabwean leaders still refuse to talk about the mass killings designed to destroy support for President Robert Mugabe’s political opponents.