ZCDC intervenes in Chiadzwa Trust fund row

 Government has channelled US$1,2m windfall through (ZCDC) to the Chiadzwa villagers for community projects.
By Kenneth Nyangani Apr. 13, 2024

Recovering gem prices give impetus to ZCDC ambition

He said the post pandemic era had generally been characterised by high inventories which were underpinning prices recovery.
By Freeman Makopa Mar. 8, 2024

Tell Zim’s positive diamond story: Mugadza

Manicaland Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister Misheck Mugadza said this while officially opening a two-day workshop for journalists in Mutare yesterday.
By Nhau Mangirazi Oct. 19, 2023
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Shock as Zim arrests, frees diamond dealers ... well-connected British, Indians tried to sneak into heavily fortified Chiadzwa

Authoritative sources said their release has caused divisions in government where some officials feel powerful figures were out to protect them.
By Freeman Makopa Aug. 4, 2023
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Chiadzwa heist raises eyebrows

ZCDC spokesperson Sugar Chagonda confirmed the incident.
By Freeman Makopa Jun. 16, 2023
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Cartel tries to frustrate gem sales deal

This, according to multiple sources, triggered a backlash from a cartel of middlemen that has been operating in cahoots with executives from MMCZ and ZCDC.
By Staff Writer Jun. 16, 2023
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Diamond miner in a spin after CEO fired

ZCDC chairperson Munashe Shava turned down a request for comment on various issues the Independent wanted to clarify.
By Sydney Kawadza Jun. 9, 2023
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Fresh fears of diamond leakages

The document was submitted to Mines and Mining Development minister Winston Chitando by the community trust at a recent meeting.
By Freeman Makopa May. 19, 2023

Govt blocks US$400m platinum deal

The trust represents community interests in ZCDC under a government policy that gives grassroots in close proximity to resources exclusive rights to tap into mines and develop their communities.
By Tinashe Kairiza May. 19, 2023