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Zimbabwean Scorecard

Country profile

Zimbabwe is a Southern African country known for its dramatic landscapes, including the iconic ruins of Great Zimbabwe and lush national parks that host abundant wildlife. It has a population of 16.3 million, a population growth rate of 1.68%, and a median age of 17.81 years.

Its history includes ancient African civilizations and a period of British colonial rule as Rhodesia, followed by a challenging path to independence.

Today, Zimbabwe is working to overcome economic and political challenges while celebrating its rich cultural heritage and the enduring spirit of its people.

Its capital city is Harare.

How does Zimbabwe compare to other countries?

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Zimbabwe improved by 7.3% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Zimbabwe improved by 2.3% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Zimbabwe worsened by 6.3% from 2021 to 2022

Income Inequality in Zimbabwe worsened by 13.5% from 2017 to 2019

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Zimbabwe improved by 0.7% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Zimbabwe improved by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Zimbabwe worsened by 11.8% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Zimbabwe worsened by 0.3% from 2022 to 2023

Freedom in the World in Zimbabwe worsened by 3.7% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Zimbabwe improved by 2.8% from 2021 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Zimbabwe improved by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Zimbabwe worsened by 23.3% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Zimbabwe improved by 6.5% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Zimbabwe worsened by 4.5% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Zimbabwe worsened by 3.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Zimbabwe improved by 1.5% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Zimbabwe worsened by 4.6% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Zimbabwe worsened by 5.2% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Zimbabwe worsened by 2.0% from 2020 to 2021