The Kariba South hydro power dam in Zimbabwe is running dangerously low on water, and the government is shutting it down. The power plant provides 70% of the country’s electricity, which means power shortages are going to get worse. From Harare, ish Mafundikwa reports on the consequences for Zimbabwe’s industry and households.
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