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Soldiers' Rumbling Tummies Spark Security Fears in Zimbabwe

Senior and middle-level officers, some of whom are directly involved in civil-military relations and intelligence, revealed widespread unease over the deteriorating economic situation in the country, underpinned by skyrocketing prices, high cost of living and hyperinflation, which has rendered salaries worthless, Andrew Kunambura and Tinashe Kairiza write for The Zimbabwe Independent.

  • Zimbabwe:   Hungry Soldiers Spark Govt Fears

    Zimbabwe Independent, 8 November 2019

    There is growing disquiet within the rank and file of the military over the rising cost of living, poor salaries and difficult working conditions, with government now desperate for… Read more »

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa has always maintained close ties to the defence establishment.

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