June 18
Zimbabwe: Esg No Longer Optional, Government Warns Miners
Zimbabwe's mining companies have been warned that failure to comply with Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards could jeopardise their access to international markets… Read more »
May 08
Zimbabwe: Gvt Steps Up Mine Inspections After Fatal Chegutu Accidents
The government says it has intensified inspections and monitoring of mining activities following fatal accidents at illegal mining sites in Chegutu. Read more »
May 06
Zimbabwe: Govt Reduces Mining Fees to Boost Investment
The Government has approved a broad overhaul of licences, permits and fees in the mining sector in a move it says will reduce the cost of doing business and improve… Read more »
May 04
Zimbabwe: Four Killed in Zvishavane Mine Shaft Collapse
Four artisanal miners have died after a mine shaft collapsed at Sabi Vlei Mine in the Mazvihwa area of Zvishavane, officials say. Read more »
April 22
Zimbabwe: Mining Authorities Back Freda Rebecca Claim in High Court Filing
The Provincial Mining Director (PMD) for Mashonaland Central has told the High Court that his office does not oppose an application by Freda Rebecca Gold Mine Limited submitting… Read more »
April 02
Zimbabwe: Botha Mine's Appeal Bid Questioned As Court-Ordered Inspection Goes Ahead
A legal dispute involving Botha Mine has intensified after the company filed a last-minute notice of appeal while authorities moved ahead with a court-ordered site inspection to… Read more »
March 23
Zimbabwe: Rio Zim Challenges Cancellation of 40-Year Mining Grant
MINING giant Rio Zim have upped their fight for control of Sengwa's coal fields with a High Court application challenging the decision by the Ministry of Mines through the… Read more »
February 26
Zimbabwe: Govt Lithium Export Ban Sparks Hope for Value Addition
Government's decision to ban the export of raw minerals including lithium concentrate has been welcomed by industry groups as a major step towards boosting local manufacturing and… Read more »
February 25
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Suspends Raw Mineral Exports
Government has suspended the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect, in a move the government says is aimed at protecting national interests and… Read more »
February 13
Zimbabwe: Freda Rebecca Mine Accused of Brutal Tactics As Police Crack Down At Botha
Tensions at Botha Gold Mine escalated sharply this morning after a contingent of approximately 20 police officers arrived at the mine's car park citing reports that security guards… Read more »
February 11
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Official Jameson Rushwaya Accused of Name Dropping in Mine Invasion
Zanu PF member Jameson Rushwaya has been accused of invoking the names of powerful government and mining figures in an ongoing mine invasion dispute involving Tolrose Mine in… Read more »
February 09
Zimbabwe: Freda Rebecca Gold Mine Loses Application Against Botha Gold Mine
The High Court has struck off the roll an Urgent Chamber Application filed by Freda Rebecca Gold Mine against Side Electrical (Pvt) Ltd T/A Botha Gold Mine, delivering a… Read more »
February 06
Zimbabwe: Governance Red Flags Surround Freda's 'Artisanal Miner Drive'
A public notice issued by Freda Rebecca Gold Mine on 30 January 2026 has drawn increasing scrutiny from governance specialists and mining contractors, following the announcement of… Read more »
January 30
Zimbabwe: High Court Strikes Off Urgent Application in Botha Gold Mine Dispute
The High Court has struck off the roll the latest urgent application brought against Side Electrical (Pvt) Ltd trading as Botha Gold Mine by its disgruntled former General Manager… Read more »
December 20, 2025
Zimbabwe: Lithium Dispute Sparks Corruption Allegations in Mutoko
The country's booming lithium sector has been rocked by fresh allegations of corruption with mining firm Pulserate Lithium accused of using political influence and questionable… Read more »
December 16, 2025
Zimbabwe: Seven Killed As Mine Shaft Collapses in Chegutu
Seven miners have been killed and four others injured after a mine shaft collapsed at Stewart 3 Mine in Pickstone near Chegutu police have confirmed. Read more »
October 14, 2025
Zimbabwe: Politically Connected Miner Accused of Polluting Mutoko River
A Chinese mining entity in Makaha, Mutoko has reported a local and politically connected businessman to authorities for alleged illegal mining activities including contaminating a… Read more »
October 02, 2025
Zimbabwe: Court Clears Zanu-PF's Matutu in Mining Fraud Case
A Harare magistrate acquitted Lewis Matutu, the Zanu PF Midlands vice-chairperson of the US$150,000 fraud charge where he stood accused of stealing shares in a local mining company… Read more »
September 29, 2025
Zimbabwe: Five Miners Trapped in Mazowe Shaft Collapse
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) say five artisanal miners have been trapped underground after a shaft collapsed at a mine in Mazowe. Read more »
September 12, 2025
Zimbabwe: Mining Communities Face Grave Human Rights Crisis, Warns Coalition
The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition (CiZC) has raised alarm over what it described as 'grave human rights violations' in mining communities across the country. Read more »
August 28, 2025
Zimbabwe: Govt Urges Mining Sector to Put Environment Before Profit
The Government has warned that the country's mining sector risks undermining future generations if profit continues to be prioritised over environmental sustainability. Read more »
August 27, 2025
Zimbabwe: Mliswa Freed On Bail Amid Mining, Cyber-Bullying Charges
Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has been released on US$300 bail after spending two nights in police custody, a Karoi magistrate ruled on Wednesday. Read more »
July 17, 2025
Zimbabwe: Small-Scale Miners Demand Simpler Formalisation, Raise Red Flags Over New Mines Bill
Small-scale miners have voiced serious concerns over the proposed Mines and Minerals Bill urging lawmakers to streamline formalisation processes, cut financial burdens and extend… Read more »
