Authorities forced to bring in army doctors to manage a potential health crisis.

Mugabe, who turned 93 last month, says he will remain Zimbabwe's leader 'until God says "come"'

Fears come after President Mugabe urged for reintroduction of infamous National Youth Service programme.

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Activists claim ruling party forced Zimbabweans to pay 'donations' for the birthday party despite crisis.

Sanctions imposed on Harare in 2001 over allegations of electoral fraud and human rights abuses.

Mugabe says that the American billionaire should be given a chance to prove himself.

Grace Mugabe positioning herself as potential successor to President, who she says may die in 2018.

Mawarire returned to Zimbabwe despite threats on his life and clear indications he would be arrested.

IBTimes UK talks to foreign correspondent Martin Fletcher.

Mawarire to appear in court today over "insulting" flag, inciting violence and subverting government charges.

Protest movement leader Mawarire charged with 'subverting constitutional government' upon return from exile.

Some 125 million child brides are still exposed to domestic and sexual violence, despite leaders' efforts.

EFF leader Julius Malema told 92-year-old Zimbabwean president: 'Grandpa, it's enough now, let go!'

Details of a $1.35m diamond ring and $500k luxury Dubai villa have emerged.

Critics accuse China of turning a blind eye to rampant rights abuses in the central African nation.

Pastor Patrick Mugadza claims 92-year-old Mugabe will die later this year in Youtube clip.

Dubbed the 'Mugabe-Must-Go' pastor, Patrick Mugadza claims Mugabe will die on 17 October 2017.

Zimbabwe's so-called 'war veterans' seized Ben Freeth's farm in 2009 and burned it to the ground.

Discussing the veteran president's age is outlawed in the ex-British colony.

How Obama prioritised security and trade over human rights and democracy on the African continent.

China says it will not interfere with the internal affairs of its "true and dear friend".

New report accuses City firm of corrupt practices across Africa.

However, top Pakistan Cricket Board official Najam Sethi refuses to divulge the name of the country.

Former adviser to ex-PM Tsvangirai, Alex Magaisa tells IBTimes UK of unity plans ahead of 2018 poll.

Standard Chartered is looking into ways to fund a $262m package to bail out President Mugabe.

Zimbabwe take on Sri Lanka in the final of the Tri-Nation series on 27 November.

Army veterans have long suported Mugabe but they published a shock document describing him as 'dictatorial'.

Zimbabwe People First leader launches attack against president, saying 'I am the bridge towards a better future'.

Zimbabwe take on Sri Lanka in the 4th game of the Tri-Nation Series.