Jittery mining sector faces fresh troubles
Zimbabwe’s miners are also burdened by high production costs, steep fees and what they describe as “unsustainable royalties and taxes”.
By Freeman Makopa
Aug. 1, 2025
New Mines Bill: A call for national attention
More into the heart of the new Bill and what it must address. We must look into what the old law failed to remedy. And quite a handful of issues come to mind.
By Robert Mukondiwa
Aug. 1, 2025
Mines and RBZ in crunch talks over forex retention
The industry is forecasting worsening access to foreign currency this year, under the prevailing policy.
By Freeman Makopa
Jul. 25, 2025
Shava leaves ZCDC
It is rumored that former Mines Permanent Secretary Onismo Moyo will take over.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 12, 2025
Extra US$26m splashed on Trabablas raises stink
The Treasury boss said the initial loan arrangement for the Trabablas Interchange was US$88 million.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Jul. 11, 2025
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Volatile economy distorts Zim’s GDP
It appeared the manufacturing sector has been gaining traction, overtaking mining as the biggest contributor to the country’s GDP during the period under review.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jun. 29, 2025
Outcry as Chinese mining firms flout basic safety rules
Munodawafa said it is only after his office issues suspension or closure notices do some operators comply.
By Melody Chikono
Jun. 27, 2025
Disgruntled prospectors petition government
Dzingwe said the ministry was ill-advised ‘in thinking that prospectors were causing mining disputes.’
By William Milasi
Jun. 26, 2025
Hwange locals miss out on mining opportunities
It also emerged that only three women and 17 youth have some form of shareholding in mining companies in the district.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 22, 2025
