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

Tsvangirai Prioritises Health and Education

Both sectors have virtually crumbled under the weight of the economic crisis.

Growing Tensions Over Control of Ministries

Opposition accusing Mugabe of trying to give them insignificant ministries.

Zimbabwe: Aug ‘08

IWPR story chronicling fears of water-borne diseases in Bulawayo receives important accolade.

Power Shortages Hit Water Supply

Bulawayo residents forced to endure unsanitary conditions due to continued electricity rationing.

Harare Rivals in New Standoff

Dispute over ministerial posts threatens to sink power-sharing deal, just days after it was signed.

Dollarisation of Economy Raises Concerns

Allowing hundreds of businesses to trade in foreign currency may curb inflation, but is likely to weaken monetary control.

High Cost of Inclusive Government

Critics say country can ill afford huge ministerial wage bill at time when it’s struggling to feed its starving population.

New Dawn for Zimbabwe?

Surprise agreement between country’s rival politicians raises hopes of an economic revival.

Hungry Bulawayans Scavenge for Food

As aid agencies complain of continuing restrictions, desperate families live on maize dropped from passing state delivery trucks.