"Zimbabwe Profile" (BBC News: Africa)
Written by: BBC Monitoring
Published: 28 November 2012
Accessed: 10 December 2012
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Published: 28 November 2012
Accessed: 10 December 2012
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Brief Summary of the Article
Zimbabwe is a countries that is considered one of the poorest countries throughout this world. Many Zimbabweans survive on grain handouts. Economy has been stabilized after years of crisis with rampant inflation, de-industrialisation and shortages of food and fuel. Agricultural production has shrunk. Hundreds of thousands of Zimbabwean, including professionals have emigrated. The help of emigration is a step closer towards helping the country prosper in small steps. Zimbabwe is home to the Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world.
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Zimbabwe holding a natural wonder of the the world is something many around the world would come to see. Although the country is striving to survive, many professionals come from around the world to help out. Mission trips along with many organizations partner up and help the less fortunate and through that many religions are shared along with various cultures. English being the official language helps the country communicate and is a step towards helping them prosper.
Article's Relation to "Culture"
English being Zimbabwe's official language shows a way of communication throughout the country along with way to interact with the world for trade purposes. Zimbabwe hold on to hopes that the political deal will alleviate international isolation. With many professionals emigrating within Zimbabwe helps the cultural diversity. Along with sharing the traditional culture and modernizing the Zimbabwe culture.