Zimbabwe’s inflation hits 2,8% as Middle East conflict pushes up costs

Zimbabwe’s year-on-year inflation rate for April 2026 rose to 2.8%, largely driven by rising import costs linked to ongoing Middle East tensions, which have unsettled global markets. The conflict, particularly concerns around Iran and the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has intensified global inflationary pressures. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns that the […] The post Zimbabwe’s inflation hits 2,8% as Middle East conflict pushes up costs appeared first on NewZ...