Economic Project: The Impact of Inflation on Household Purchasing Power in Zimbabwe
STAGE 1: Problem Identification (5 Marks)
1.1 Description of the Problem (1 mark)
Inflation refers to the general increase in prices over time. In Zimbabwe, households are struggling to afford
basic goods due to rising inflation, which erodes their purchasing power.
1.2 Brief Statement of Intent (2 marks)
This project seeks to investigate the impact of inflation on household purchasing power in Zimbabwe and to
propose practical solutions to help mitigate these effects.
1.3 Design/Project Specification or Parameters (2 marks)
The project will include:
- Collection of inflation data over the past five years
- Analysis of price trends for essential commodities
- Interviews/surveys with affected households
- Generation and evaluation of possible solutions
Economic Project: The Impact of Inflation on Household Purchasing Power in Zimbabwe