A Zimbabwean looks at a new 50 billion dollar bank note issued by Zimbabwe's central bank. The bank has been introducing new bank notes every month as the country battles to catch up with runaway inflation. Getty ImagesFrom Wall Street Journal:
HARARE, Zimbabwe -- Weeks before President Robert Mugabe has vowed to set up a new government, Zimbabweans are facing a deepening humanitarian crisis and amid what appears to be a renewed security crackdown.
In recent days the military and police have stepped up patrols and roadblocks, suggesting that Mr. Mugabe may again be preparing for a violent crackdown against any threat to his regime. Seven opposition members were charged this week for their alleged role in a bombing plot last year. They pleaded not guilty, and their lawyer said they had been beaten in custody.
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My Comment: Every time that I write a post on Zimbabwe, I am always shaking my head. Why people endure such misery without striking back will always be a mystery to me. I guess they are afraid.