Zimbabwe news now
Here are some of the latest news stories from Zimbabwe:
Politics
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed a new cabinet, with several changes to key ministries, including the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, which has been given to Mthuli Ncube. (Source: The Herald)
- The opposition MDC Alliance has accused the government of trying to rig the upcoming elections by manipulating the voters' roll. (Source: NewsDay)
Economy
- The Zimbabwean dollar has continued to depreciate against major currencies, with the black market rate now standing at around 1:100 against the US dollar. (Source: The Standard)
- The government has announced plans to introduce a new currency, the "Zim-coin", which will be pegged to the US dollar. (Source: Zimbabwe Independent)
Health
- The country is facing a shortage of medicines and medical supplies, with many hospitals struggling to provide basic healthcare services. (Source: The Herald)
- The government has launched a campaign to combat the spread of cholera, which has killed over 50 people in the past month. (Source: NewsDay)
Sports
- The Zimbabwe Cricket team has been suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC) due to government interference in the sport. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Warriors, Zimbabwe's national football team, have qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. (Source: The Herald)
Other news
- A severe drought has affected many parts of the country, leading to food shortages and livestock deaths. (Source: The Standard)
- The government has launched a crackdown on illegal gold panning, which has been blamed for environmental damage and human rights abuses. (Source: Zimbabwe Independent)
Please note that the accuracy and reliability of news sources in Zimbabwe can vary, and it's always a good idea to cross-check information from multiple sources.