The cost for the people living in Zimbabwe is pretty low. However, health care is still expensive. According to InterNations, health care isn't controlled by the government, but is "overtaken by the National Health Service (NHS), mission hospitals, and a number of non-governmental organizations (NGOs)". Zimbabwe's education system is managed by many different organizations including "the government, churches, mining companies, councils, trust boards, or privately" (InterNations). The system is made up of three different types of schools: primary, secondary, and university/college. The children begin school at 6 years and are enrolled into primary school. Then they are enrolled into secondary school at 13 years. Finally, the children attend university/college at the age of 18. The low level of of employment has led to a "40% year-on-year increase in criminal activity" and struggles in security (InterNations). The citizens of Zimbabwe struggle with the conditions of the roads. They are covered in potholes which become especially dangerous during the rainy season because the rain messes with the visibility of the potholes. While these road conditions are dangerous, the government refuses to fix the roads, even though the Zimbabweans pay taxes and road tolls. According to CBC News, the people are also constantly stopped by cops who are "eager to demand money for infringements".
Zimbabwe is one of the poorest African countries with an unemployment/underemployment rate at 95% which means only 5% of Zimbabweans are employed with well-paying, secure jobs. On top of the low employment rate, Zimbabwe is struggling with poverty. According to Africaw, some places in Zimbabwe are facing food insecurities and "Sixty-two per cent live below the poverty line". Another problem in Zimbabwe are the fatal diseases. According to CBC News, Zimbabwe is a HIV and AIDS hot spot with "an estimated 1.4 million Zimbabweans are either HIV positive or living with AIDS" (CBC News). The citizens of Zimbabwe are also struggling with a corrupted government. Zimbabwe is ranked "154th out of the 176 countries listed on Transparency International’s index, which measures perceptions of corruption in public institutions" (CBC News).
There are many factors to Zimbabwe's beauty and attraction. First off are the people. The Zimbabweans are known to be very generous and friendly. They always greet each other with great big smiles. Another factor are the unique safaris and wildlife. The safaris are known for their terrific weather and wonderful creatures. Zimbabwe has a diverse wildlife population, from elephants and lions to buffalo and rhinos. According to The African Exponent, Zimbabwe is home to two of Africa's biggest rivers, "the Mighty Zambezi (4th biggest) and Limpopo (6th biggest)" and many waterfalls including the notorious Victoria Falls. Along with the people and nature's charm, Zimbabwe is full of rich history and culture. Zimbabwe "is home to unique remnants of ancient ruins" that are significant to "understanding ancient African kingdoms and civilizations" (The African Exponent).
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