[Financial Gazette] Zimbabwe has been severely affected by a financial crisis and drought; the economy is projected to grow by only 0,4 percent this year. An expansionary fiscal policy has cushioned the slowdown so far. Going forward, external payment arrears may lead to a further contraction in imports and a decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The financial crisis continues to have a significant impact on incomes, while the drought has disproportionately affected the rural poor. ......
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