Crisis as metal prices tumble
Against a backdrop of soaring overheads, executives predicted tougher times ahead, warning this will trigger viability challenges in the sector.
By Freeman Makopa
Aug. 25, 2023
Gold production down 11%
Zimbabwe experienced a severe power crisis in the first four months of 2023, resulting in mining houses incurring heavy losses.
By Freeman Makopa
Jul. 23, 2023
Mining sector energy demand to surge 344%
Zimbabwe’s miners often suffer power outages due to frequent breakdowns at the country’s old generation plants.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 2, 2023
Lithium symposium to headline Chamber of Mines conference
Zimbabwe has become one of the biggest lithium producers in the world.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 22, 2023
Miners in urgent plea for forex
It also faces a retooling nightmare and a restive labour force because of high inflation and a weak domestic currency.
By Melody Chikono
Nov. 24, 2022
