Zimbabwe is an intriguing and powerful moniker of African origin, meaning 'great house of stones'. It is derived from the Shona language and was adopted as the country's official name in 1980 when it gained independence from Britain. The name Zimbabwe reflects the nation's rich history and geological landscape, drawing from the large soapstone carved structures known as zimbabwe that are scattered across southern Africa.
By 1981, Zimbabwe experienced a total of five births annually, reflecting a low birth rate during that period.