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Zimbabwe's unique stone sculptures grace museums, gardens, and art lovers' homes worldwide.

Zimbabwe's stone sculptors struggle to keep carving

International art collectors purchased many of Zimbabwe's massive stone carvings. But buyers stopped coming in 2000 after conflict over land reform policies led to violence. Some sculptors are still trying to keep their art alive.

Zimbabwe's stone sculptors struggle to keep carving
In this photo taken Wednesday Sept. 2015, a man buys kerosene at a road side stall in Harare, Zimbabwe. 

Zimbabwe struggles to keep the power on

Zimbabwe struggles to keep the power on
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor John Mangudya holds a sample of a gold coin at the launch in Harare, Monday, July, 25, 2022.

Zimbabwe gambles with gold to curb soaring inflation

Zimbabwe gambles with gold to curb soaring inflation
A man receives a shot from a health worker, both wear masks and protective gear.

In Zimbabwe, vaccine hesitancy among front-line workers stalls rollout 

In Zimbabwe, vaccine hesitancy among front-line workers stalls rollout 
A photo of some of the Grandmothers trained by Friendship Bench who provide mental health advice at the Mbare Clinic in Harare Zimbabwe.

In Zimbabwe, a talk therapy program trains 'grandmothers' to lend a supportive ear

In Zimbabwe, a talk therapy program trains 'grandmothers' to lend a supportive ear
Tsitsi Dangerembga, left, prominent Zimbabwean author and Fadzayi Mahere, right, spokeswoman for the main opposition party, appear at the magistrates courts with others in Harare, Zimbabwe, August 1, 2020.

Citizens are challenging repression with #ZimbabweanLivesMatter, says author Tsitsi Dangarembga

The Booker Prize-nominated novelist was arrested at a political demonstration last week against Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government.

Citizens are challenging repression with #ZimbabweanLivesMatter, says author Tsitsi Dangarembga
A strip of closed offices and empty sidewalk with a single woman waiting for offices to open.

Zimbabwe’s internet crackdown shows the ‘economic sabotage’ of shutdowns

The government of Zimbabwe shut down the internet last month to quell dissent. But the move cost the nation $5.7 million per day and set Zimbabwe's growing "technopreneur" business back during the blackout.

Zimbabwe’s internet crackdown shows the ‘economic sabotage’ of shutdowns
Before 2016, Evan Mawarire was a little-known pastor in Zimbabwe. Now he's entered politics. "People went so far as clamoring for me to run for president," he said. "That is not a call to be taken lightly."

Pastor who sparked Zimbabwe’s anti-Mugabe movement steps into political fray

A 41-year-old pastor-turned-activist has taken another leap of faith by running for a local government position in Zimbabwe’s upcoming crunch elections.

Pastor who sparked Zimbabwe’s anti-Mugabe movement steps into political fray
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe watches a video presentation during the summit of the Southern African Development Community in Johannesburg, Aug. 17, 2008. Mugabe ruled for 37 years before resigning on Nov. 21, 2017, following a military takeover.

Zimbabwe's Mugabe resigns, ending four decades of rule

Robert Mugabe resigned as Zimbabwe's president on Tuesday a week after the army and his former political allies moved against him, ending four decades of rule by a man who turned from independence hero to archetypal strongman.

Zimbabwe's Mugabe resigns, ending four decades of rule
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe stands center with a blue suit and tie shaking the hands of college graduates.

Mugabe makes his first appearance after army takeover

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe attended a university graduation ceremony Friday, making a defiant first public appearance since the military takeover that appeared to signal the end of his 37-year reign.

Mugabe makes his first appearance after army takeover
Berlin: Nerd Nite #10

Have a story to share? Try Nerd Nite. Be there and be square

Nerd Nite is a super casual evening where people can just shout out whatever they want to during talks. They can heckle, they can cheer. It's all about having fun while learning.

Have a story to share? Try Nerd Nite. Be there and be square

Being Middle Class in Zimbabwe

Being Middle Class in Zimbabwe

Farewell Mugabe? Zimbabwe Elections Could End Strong Man's Rule

President Robert Mugabe is seeking to extend his 33-year rule in this week's elections. His challenger is once again opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai. Anchor Carol Hills speaks with the BBC's Brian Hungwe about the current presidential election.

Farewell Mugabe? Zimbabwe Elections Could End Strong Man's Rule

Oliver 'Tuku' Mtukudzi is Left Alone on New Album, 'Sarawoga'

Oliver 'Tuku' Mtukudzi is Left Alone on New Album, 'Sarawoga'

Zimbabwe Jails Beatrice Mtetwa, Clamps Down on Opposition

Zimbabwe's residents overwhelming endorsed a new constitution this weekend, agreeing to limit the powers of the presidency. But after the vote, authorities arrested three senior opposition members, as well as renowned human rights lawyer Beatrice Mtetwa.

Zimbabwe Jails Beatrice Mtetwa, Clamps Down on Opposition