Chinese people in Zimbabwe
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| (10,000 (2016)[1]) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Harare | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Overseas Chinese |
Chinese people in Zimbabwe are a small community that grew in size in the 2000s as an influx of Chinese shopkeepers settled in the country.[2]
Initially the arrival of shopkeepers from China aroused hostile local attitudes with products sold by Chinese merchants derisively called zhing-zhong.[3] However, during the worst of the Zimbabwe economic crisis, Chinese shopkeepers were able to import basic goods despite the disruptive effect of hyperinflation, bringing some relief to Zimbabwean consumers.[3] The ability of Chinese stores to continue business won them the appreciation of local consumers.[3]
Under official cultural and educational cooperation agreements, there are as of 2009 three teachers and nine medical personnel from China in the country.[4]
Notable people
- Fay Chung, politician
