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Here are the latest news updates from Zimbabwe:

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  1. Economic Crisis Deepens: Zimbabwe's economic crisis has worsened, with the country's inflation rate reaching 785% in June, according to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency. The crisis has led to shortages of basic goods, including food, fuel, and medicine.
  2. Mnangagwa's Government Under Fire: The government of President Emmerson Mnangagwa is facing criticism over its handling of the economic crisis, with opposition parties and civil society groups accusing it of being incompetent and corrupt.
  3. Zimbabwe to Default on Debt: Zimbabwe is likely to default on its debt, with the country's debt to GDP ratio standing at over 100%. The government has been struggling to service its debt, which has led to a decline in foreign investment and a worsening of the economic crisis.
  4. Farmers Struggle to Access Inputs: Zimbabwean farmers are struggling to access essential inputs, including seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, due to a shortage of foreign currency. The shortage has led to a decline in agricultural production, which has exacerbated the economic crisis.
  5. Zimbabwe to Host African Union Summit: Zimbabwe will host the African Union (AU) summit in August, with the country's President Emmerson Mnangagwa set to chair the summit. The summit is expected to focus on issues such as economic integration and conflict resolution.

Other News

  1. Zimbabwean Students Protest Over Fees: Zimbabwean students have protested over the high cost of tuition fees, with many calling for the government to intervene and reduce the fees.
  2. Zimbabwe's Power Crisis Worsens: Zimbabwe's power crisis has worsened, with the country's power utility company, ZESA, struggling to generate enough electricity to meet demand.
  3. Zimbabwean Football Team Qualifies for AFCON: Zimbabwe's national football team has qualified for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Congo 2-1 in a playoff match.
  4. Zimbabwe's Opposition Parties Unite: Zimbabwe's opposition parties have united to challenge the ruling ZANU-PF party in the 2023 general elections.
  5. Zimbabwe's Tourism Industry Struggles: Zimbabwe's tourism industry is struggling due to the economic crisis, with many tourists cancelling their trips to the country.

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Please note that the news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.