Artisanal miner murder highlights human rights abuses in Marange
According to a leaked police memorandum dated February 8, 2026, Chamatumba was allegedly killed by a soldier stationed in Marange during an interrogation at the base.
By Christopher Mahove
16h ago
Midlands mine boundary dispute spills into the High Court
Mhuri is cited as an individual with an interest in another mining block called Surprise 459, which shares a boundary with Skyrocket 2 Mine.
By Silas Nkala
Feb. 20, 2026
When chaos is an alternative model
When independence came, political flags rose over economies still wired for export dependency.
By Gloria Ndoro-mkombachoto
Feb. 20, 2026
Gwanda woman jailed 17 years for indecent assault
The offence occurred in late November 2025, when the woman coerced the child into sexual activity.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 19, 2026
Union condemns Botha mine fatal accident
Chinhema said the union was still gathering information from relevant authorities regarding the exact circumstances surrounding the discovery of the corpse.
By Problem Masau
Feb. 18, 2026
Mine workers demand US$650 minimum wage
The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has formally tabled a US$650 minimum wage for mine workers, signaling a decisive push for better pay in 2026.
By Pamenus Tuso
Feb. 17, 2026
KAZEMBE RETRACTION
NEWSDAY wishes to retract an article published in the newspaper and on its website on May 16, 2024, headlined, Kazembe fingered in Jumbo Mine fiasco.
By Editor
Feb. 16, 2026
Minerva honours Zimbabwe’s inmate chess champions
The team has become a beacon of reform and intellectual prowess, securing the top spot in both the men’s and women’s categories at the African Continent Championship.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere
Feb. 15, 2026
Premier concludes major contract with Xinhai Technology Processing
Technical services agreements between Ariana and XMS are now being finalised to fast-track feasibility work and production at the Dokwe gold project.
By Business Reporter
Feb. 13, 2026
