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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

Govt squeezes miners for more forex

Zimbabwe’s mining industry badly needs significant capital injection, with the gold sector alone needing US$1 billion in capex, according to the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe (CoMZ).
By Staff Writer Jun. 13, 2025

Time to finalise bill on mines and minerals

Amending the Act will guard against such malpractices; it must be expedited to promote transparency and accountability in the mining sector.
By The Zimbabwe Independent May. 30, 2025
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Refineries under threat as RBZ gulps more forex... Zim’s mining industry suffers under shocking policy overlaps

The mining industry is now paralysed by policy contradictions.
By Shame Makoshori May. 29, 2025

IPPs unveil 16 000MW power projects

These limitations have left most sectors of the economy vulnerable to loadshedding and erratic supply, despite the government’s efforts to stabilise the sector.
By Ashton Ndakusiya May. 27, 2025

Editorial Comment: Mining sector job carnage only a tip of the iceberg

It was against this background that we did not find the latest report by the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe (CoMZ) last week indicating the job carnage surprising.
By The Standard May. 25, 2025