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Tuesday, 24 July, 2001, 17:05 GMT 18:05 UK
Mugabe bullish despite economic woes
Zimbabweans protest against rising transport costs
Zimbabweans are increasingly angry about rising costs
Robert Mugabe has made a rare public appearance in Harare, opening the last session of Zimbabwe's parliament before next year's presidential elections.

Robert Mugabe
Months of political and economic turmoil are coming to a head there, with the economy on the verge of collapse.

President Mugabe's government has admitted there is only enough food to last for a few months.

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Rageh Omaar reports from Harare
"Mugabe has held power over Zimbabwe for 21 unbroken years"

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