Talking Green World: Zimbabwe’s lithium: A catalyst for energy security and national development
Our energy crisis cannot be solved by generation alone. Lithium batteries are the missing link to stabilise solar, wind, and hydro power. With large-scale storage, Zimbabwe can:
By Edzai Kachirekwa
Sep. 28, 2025
Huayou sinks US$400m in new lithium sulphate processing plant
CHINESE high tech enterprise, Huayou Cobalt (Huayou) is placing significant emphasis on its Arcadia Lithium Mine, investing about US$400 million to complete a new lithium sulphate processing plant
By Blessed Ndlovu
Sep. 23, 2025
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Lithium smuggling spells doom for Zim economy
lithium smuggling syndicates has been exposed in Zimbabwe
By Shame Makoshori
Aug. 17, 2025
Lithium giant plans US$400m smelting facility
Sinomine Bikita Minerals vice-general manager Amanda Makausi said they are now in the commissioning phase of a US$35 million cesium flotation plant.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 24, 2025
Investors must respect Zim laws
Authorities have also raised alarm over reports of corruption, permit abuse and growing social tensions linked to exploitative practices and disrespect of cultural norms.
By Newsday
Jul. 21, 2025
Lithium: How to make sure benefits flow to the local economy
Lithium-ion batteries are not made in Zimbabwe. Instead, the country exports the mineral as a raw resource.
By Jabulani Shaba
Jul. 14, 2025
Extraction of critical minerals tramples on grazing and water rights in Zimbabwe
The State, through its agencies such as the Mines ministry and the Environmental Management Agency, has not been clear on the negative effects of lithium mining.
By Hoitsimolimo Mutlokwa
Jun. 20, 2025
PLZ celebrates Africa Day with community sports
The event was held in Goromonzi district where hundreds attended the festivities, including government officials, stakeholders and residents.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 27, 2025
Bulawayo firm urged to seize lithium battery opportunities
China, which is the leading consumer of lithium given its role in the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, has taken the lead in the scramble for the light metal in Zimbabwe.
By Peter Dube
Apr. 25, 2025
