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Scarcely surviving: Zimbabwe

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Crisis in Chitungwiza: A Zimbabwean Tale

This chapter presents a poignant account of the humanitarian crisis in Zimbabwe, focusing on the severe water shortage and power outages in Chitungwiza. Through personal stories from residents and insights from a former finance minister, it explores the deep-rooted economic mismanagement and its devastating impact on daily life. With increasing discontent and calls for reform, the narrative underscores the urgency for intervention and a legitimate electoral process to address the country's challenges.

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