What next for Zimbabwe?

What next for Zimbabwe?

BBC Focus on Africa presents a special programme exploring the political, economic and social prospects for the country.

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Zimbabwe president Mugabe at an international summit

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Part one - How things stand

We hear the views of prominent African politicians, past and present, on Zimbabwe's elections, and where the responsibility lies for the abject economic and political situation that the country is now in.

Listen 6 mins 38 secs

Part two - The seat of power

Who really holds the power inside Zimbabwe? We assess the might of the military in the political arena and ask opposition MDC leader, Morgan Tsvangirai about prospects for a power-sharing deal.

Listen 8 mins 13 secs

Part three - Influence from abroad

And what of Western and regional powers wanting to influence Zimbabwe's future? We talk to key players.

Listen 7 mins 58 secs

Part four - The economy

Economist John Robertson explains the economic mess that the country is in; and ruling party and government politicians tell us how they plan to get the fee-falling economy back on track.

Listen 16 mins 19 secs

Part five - The way forward

We consider the chances of peace and reconciliation within the traumatised country. What lessons can be learnt from the experiences of other African countries?

Listen 9 mins 59 secs

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Africa Have Your Say

Picking up the baton from Focus on Africa we ask whether Zimbabweans should be prepared to accept peace at any cost? Join Alex Jakana at 1600 GMT.

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