I played a key role in documenting hyperinflation in Zimbabwe in 2007-2008. I identified it as the second-worst case of hyperinflation and tracked inflation when the country stopped reporting. My work was the basis for adding Zimbabwe to the Hanke–Krus World Hyperinflation Table.
Massive money printing by the Reserve Bank to cover deficits created by the collapse of agriculture, exports, and government finances. Watch the video to learn more about the crisis.