Zimbabwe: Keeping Up With Evolving Humanitarian Needs

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The outgoing head of the ICRC regional delegation in Harare, Thomas Merkelbach started his assignment at a time when violence plagued Zimbabwe following the March 2008 elections, the economy was overwhelmed by hyperinflation and access to essential services was difficult. Three years on, he assesses the results achieved in Zimbabwe and the region and the challenges ahead.

What was the humanitarian situation when you arrived in Zimbabwe?

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