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The World Bank’s lending program in Zimbabwe in inactive due to arrears and the role is now limited to technical assistance and analytical work through Trust Funds.

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BLOG | Oct 2, 2017

A Tree Signals Climate Hotspot

The expansion of some natural forest in Zimbabwe may in fact be an alarm call for climate change.

FEATURE | Jul 28, 2017

New Areas Get Running Water

Poorer communities living in new areas of seven towns in Zimbabwe are being connected to running water for the very first time.

FEATURE | JUL 26, 2017

Tackling TB in Mining

In a regional effort to synchronize separate initiatives, donors issue a call-to-arms to battle TB in miners and their communities

Zimbabwe At-A-Glance

Zimbabwe’s recovery from decades of economic contraction has faltered and again the economy faces serious challenges due to external shocks and policy. Growth has slowed sharply from an average 8% from 2009 to 2012, caused by significant shifts in trade and a series of major droughts. An ill-timed fiscal expansion in 2016 saw the deficit rise to 10% of Gross Domestic Product (GD...

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The World Bank’s World Development Report, published annually since 1978, is an invaluable guide to the economic, social, and environmental state of the world today. Each report provides in-depth analysis and policy recommendations on a specific and important aspect of development.

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