ZiG bottlenecks threaten 50-tonne delivery target
Since small-scale miners now contribute 75% of gold deliveries, these ZiG delays threaten the entire industry.
By Freeman Makopa
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Mine Entra 2026 to showcase innovation and beneficiation
Third, the overall structure of Mine Entra is meant to promote dialogue that will facilitate the translation of policy priorities into investable projects and practical supply-chain solutions.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
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Opencast mines take biggest knocks as fuel price surges
The surge, which has been felt worldwide, has been triggered by tensions in the Middle East — a critical source of oil for the world.
By Freeman Makopa
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De-dollarisation fears threaten US$300m mining investment
A record 80% of mining executives expect access to foreign currency to deteriorate in 2026, with the outlook index for forex availability plunging to -31, its lowest level on record.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Nov. 28, 2025
Zimbabwe’s mineral exports to hit US$6,5 billion mark
“In the outlook, the mining sector is expected to grow by 5,6% this year, on the basis of new and ongoing special projects in the gold and coal sectors,” Kwesu said.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Jotham Gutsa
Nov. 23, 2025
Jittery mining sector faces fresh troubles
Zimbabwe’s miners are also burdened by high production costs, steep fees and what they describe as “unsustainable royalties and taxes”.
By Freeman Makopa
Aug. 1, 2025
Mines and RBZ in crunch talks over forex retention
The industry is forecasting worsening access to foreign currency this year, under the prevailing policy.
By Freeman Makopa
Jul. 25, 2025
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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
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
