Zimbabwe
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Country Snapshot
Population: 14.15 million (2013)
Life Expectancy: 58 years
Reporters Without Borders Worldwide Press Freedom Index 2015 Rank: 131 of 180
Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index 2015 Rank: 150 of 168
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Unemployment Rate: 95% ? (2009 estimate) World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Report 2015 Rank: 125 of 140
Formerly the British colony of Rhodesia / Southern Rhodesia. Ninety-two year old Robert Mugabe has ruled the country since 1980.
Tourist Highlights
The magnificent Victoria Falls, on the Zimbabwe / Zambia border are rightly considered among the top echelon of waterfalls worldwide.
The ancient ruins of Great Zimbabwe, near Masvingo in the south-east began being constructed in the 11th century.
African wildlife spotting locations, including at Lake Kariba, the world's largest manmade lake, where fishing, boating and other outdoor activities can be enjoyed.
Old world colonial charm of the larger towns like Harare and Bulawayo.
Zimbabwe Articles:
Funny Money and other Zimbabwean Oddities
