The cholera killed nearly 500 people in Zimbabwe in the largest outbreak recorded recently in the country, informed the World Health Organization (WHO) here Tuesday. The spread of the disease arrives in the midst of a turbulent period of political and economic crisis in Zimbabwe.

The WHO said in a report that the outbreak is affecting most regions of the country, with a mortality rate of over 50% in some areas.

Groups in defense of human rights in Zimbabwe estimate that more than three thousand people died because of this disease, which can be prevented with adequate health conditions and treated. However, the water distribution system came into collapse in the capital Harare and in other cities, which forces the residents to drink water from contaminated wells and rivers.

The Army said he was concerned about clashes between soldiers and local residents outraged by the current situation of the country. Dozens of unarmed soldiers have engaged in battles with mafias and police in central Harare, after taking money from vendors and from illegal foreign currency, increasing the fear of instability in the country.

The government of President Robert Mugabe, who is in power since 1980, argues that the health system and economy of the country are in collapse because of the sanctions imposed by the West as a measure to terminate the political conflicts.

Critics say Mugabe, 84, ruined the economy of Zimbabwe with irresponsible policies and lack of management.

Via: The Independent.