Elephant On The Menu? It's Not Just A Birthday Dish For Robert Mugabe
The Zimbabwean ruler reportedly served pachyderm at his 91st birthday party. Does anyone else do that? Turns out, yes.
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Second American Accused In Illegal Killing Of Lion In Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean wildlife officials say the man killed the lion in April during a hunt that was illegal. This comes a week after the killing of a lion named Cecil sparked a worldwide outcry.
Zimbabwe Official Calls For Extradition Of American Lion Hunter Walter Palmer
Minister of Environment, Water and Climate Oppah Muchinguri wants Palmer to face justice in Zimbabwe, wire services report. U.S. authorities are investigating whether any American laws were broken.
Investigation Underway Into Killing Of Cecil, Zimbabwe's Best Known Lion
The killing of the beloved lion, hunted for sport, has been condemned by wildlife conservationists. A conservationist in Zimbabwe says a ban should be imposed on the hunting of endangered animals.
U.S. Authorities Can't Find Hunter Who Killed 'Cecil The Lion'
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it is investigating Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer, but the agency says it has failed so far to track him down.
Tobacco Is Smokin' Again In Zimbabwe
Tobacco production took a nosedive after the economy collapsed and the government seized white-owned farms. A decade later, the industry is booming once more.
Zimbabwe To Street Vendors: Pack Up, Clean Up, Ship Out!
The government says thousands of vendors must pack up their wares, move off the streets and pay rent to sell from designated zones. The vendors say: How will we be able to earn a living?
Big Change Yields Small Change As Zimbabweans Turn In Their Trillions
The country's massively hyperinflated currency will be phased out beginning next week at a rate of $5 U.S. for every 175 quadrillion Zimbabwean dollars.
How To Make A Living In Cash-Poor Zimbabwe
The country's in crisis. But Fortunate Nyakupinda manages to earn a living by selling secondhand clothes. Although she'll be the first to tell you: A $10 profit disappears in a flash.
The Africa I Know Isn't The Africa In The Headlines Today
In 1990, our commentator visited Africa and fell in love with the energy and dreams of its people. Today he sees a land full of promise. But Ebola has revived the image of Africa in chaos.