Harare, Zimbabwe – The Zimbabwean mining sector is facing scrutiny following serious allegations leveled against businessman Prosper Shumba. These claims suggest potential impropriety involving officials within the Ministry of Mines …
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LOCAL NEWS
New Dawn for Kadoma: Pejamatang Mine Targets 1,000 Jobs as Production Resumes
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaKadoma, Zimbabwe | The dormant hills of Kadoma are echoing with the sound of industry once again as a major mining player marks a defiant return to operations. Following a …
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LOCAL NEWS
Lawlessness at Vubachikwe As Politically-Linked Thugs Seize Gwanda Mine in Brazen Takeover
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaGwanda, Zimbabwe – In a move that highlights the staggering gap between President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s “Open for Business” rhetoric and the reality of lawlessness on the ground, the recently resuscitated …
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BUSINESS NEWS
Rushwaya Warns of Possible Unrest Over Abuse of Small-Scale Miners by Chinese Nationals
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaZimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) president Henrietta Rushwaya has raised alarm over the increasing reports of violence, exploitation, and mistreatment of small-scale miners by some Chinese investors, warning that continued abuses …
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Karo Mining Holdings, a Victoria Falls Stock Exchange-listed platinum miner once touted as a game-changer for Zimbabwe’s mining sector, is reportedly cutting jobs and delaying key projects amid financial strain. …
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Zimbabwe has exceeded its 2024 gold production target, achieving a record-breaking 36.48 tonnes. This surge in output was driven by strong global gold prices and continuous support from the Government, …
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A Chinese mine supervisor who filmed himself pointing a gun at an upset worker demanding unpaid wages has been arrested, according to police reports on Thursday. The worker, identified as …
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LOCAL NEWS
“I Want My Money!” – Chinese National Pulls Out Gun As Worker Protest Over Unpaid Wages
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaA violent confrontation erupted on January 21 at a Chinese-owned mining company after a worker demanding unpaid wages clashed with his supervisors, sparking outrage on social media and calls for …
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BUSINESS NEWS
Botha Mine Warns Stakeholders to Avoid Dealing with Fraudster Angela Mpofu
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaThe Botha Mine Board and Management have issued a statement regarding the ongoing suspension of Angela Mpofu, who remains under investigation for allegations of fraud. The company emphasized that Mrs. …
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LOCAL NEWS
Chinese Mining Firm ‘Sino Africa Huijin Holdings’ in Zimbabwe Under Fire for Environmental and Community Harm
by Kells Dzivaby Kells DzivaA Chinese company operating a gold mine in eastern Zimbabwe since at least 2021 is facing scrutiny from government officials and mounting criticism from local residents. The company, Sino Africa …