Biti criticizes World Bank delisting of Zimbabwe

Opposition politician Tendai Biti criticized the World Bank's decision to remove Zimbabwe from its fragile states list, arguing it masks underlying economic problems. The delisting took effect July 1, 2026. Biti claims the government used the delisting to claim reform success. Others support the delisting as recognition of progress. The economy remains fragile with high inflation and debt. The debate exposes deep divisions over Zimbabwe's economic trajectory.