Zimbabwe expected to reap big from gold price rally
Zimbabwe implemented a new gold royalty of 3% when the price is below US$1 200 per ounce, 5% between US$1 200 and US$5 000, and 10% when prices exceed US$5 000.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 1, 2026
Australian, Hong Kong investors advance the Dokwe Gold project
Tranche 1 delivered AU$8 million (US$5,57 million) in immediate funding for working capital, metallurgical test work and the definitive feasibility study (DFS).
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jan. 30, 2026
Zimbabwe must capitalise on the positives it reports
The impressive figures being cited have not translated into meaningful national transformation or into visible infrastructure development across all provinces.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa
Jan. 30, 2026
US$14tn fund snaps more stake in Zim’s Caledonia...as gold rally gallops to record highs
The bank noted that while central bank buying underpinned gains in 2023 and 2024, the rally has accelerated since 2025 as private investors increasingly compete for limited physical supply.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jan. 30, 2026
Coltart sounds water alarm
Coltart also expressed concern that illegal miners continue to operate openly despite a government ban on alluvial mining in river courses announced towards the end of 2024.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Zanu PF chefs invade gold claims
FOREIGN investor Forbes and Thompson (Pvt) Ltd has filed an urgent application at the High Court in Bulawayo, seeking a spoliation order against several Zanu PF leaders in Matabeleland South
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan. 28, 2026
Two directors in court over US$1,8m mining equipment theft
According to the State, in 2017 Lupepe applied for a US$1 808 829 loan from Fidelity Printers and Refiners (Pvt) Ltd to purchase mining equipment and consumables.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan. 26, 2026
Prominent businessman loses US$1.8m in deal
Following company policy, Fidelity Printers was to disburse the loan directly to the supplier chosen by the applicant — in this case, the accused.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan. 25, 2026
Roads rehabilitations: don’t do shoddy jobs
This highway is not just another public works project. It is one of the country’s most strategic economic arteries.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Jan. 23, 2026
Valerio Sibanda tipped for cabinet post, Agriculture ministry to be restructured in new move, sources say
Local News
Jan. 30, 2026
