Govt shifts goal posts as US$12bn mining target fails

The campaign saw him remove some hurdles to FDI, including the Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment Act.
By Shame Makoshori Dec. 21, 2023

Govt to address granite mining concerns

Mines and Mining Development permanent secretary Pfungwa Kunaka said local authorities were getting US$2 500 for each unit of granite.
By Freeman Makopa Nov. 24, 2023

Gold mobilisation unit in dire straits

The country produced 35 tonnes of the yellow metal last year and is targeting to produce at least 40 tonnes this year, although there are indications that the sector could produce up to 50 tonnes.
By Freeman Makopa Nov. 17, 2023

Caaz licences over 300 drone pilots

Mines deputy minister Polite Kambamura said the use of drones and artificial intelligence in the mining sector would be a game changer to the industry.
By Belinda Chiroodza Nov. 17, 2023

Govt pushes for use of AI in mining

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines and Mining Development established that at least ZWL$300 billion is needed for critical expenditure items.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Nizbert Moyo Nov. 14, 2023

Parly proposes Mines ministry to retain 25% of collections

Currently, the mining industry is being negatively affected by declining mineral prices, power cuts and foreign currency shortages.
By Blessed Ndlovu Nov. 10, 2023
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Belarus mining firm, govt at loggerheads

The mining firm’s operations have, however, divided the government, with some Cabinet ministers pushing authorities to act on to act on environmental concerns  being raised by the communities.
By Freeman Makopa and Tinashe Makichi Nov. 10, 2023

Suppliers need to work with miners: Govt

“It is pleasing to note that the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe and many local mining companies have already embraced local procurement of goods and services where applicable,” he said.
By Nizbert Moyo Nov. 2, 2023

Fresh push to dissolve ZMDC

The state-owned mining investment arm has been pursuing partial privatisation of all its mining assets as part of its latest strategy to maximise value.
By Tinashe Makichi Oct. 27, 2023