Govt admits chaos in mines licensing

The proposed legislation seeks to establish a system where mining information would be captured in real time.
By Blessed Ndlovu Apr. 28, 2024

EditorialComment: Cyanide disaster sign of big problem

The incident at Eureka mine raises a pertinent issue about the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development’s capacity to enforce standards in mining operations.
By The Standard Apr. 28, 2024

Govt shifts goal posts as US$12bn mining target fails

The campaign saw him remove some hurdles to FDI, including the Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment Act.
By Shame Makoshori Dec. 21, 2023

Govt to address granite mining concerns

Mines and Mining Development permanent secretary Pfungwa Kunaka said local authorities were getting US$2 500 for each unit of granite.
By Freeman Makopa Nov. 24, 2023

Gold mobilisation unit in dire straits

The country produced 35 tonnes of the yellow metal last year and is targeting to produce at least 40 tonnes this year, although there are indications that the sector could produce up to 50 tonnes.
By Freeman Makopa Nov. 17, 2023

Caaz licences over 300 drone pilots

Mines deputy minister Polite Kambamura said the use of drones and artificial intelligence in the mining sector would be a game changer to the industry.
By Belinda Chiroodza Nov. 17, 2023

Parly proposes Mines ministry to retain 25% of collections

Currently, the mining industry is being negatively affected by declining mineral prices, power cuts and foreign currency shortages.
By Blessed Ndlovu Nov. 10, 2023

Suppliers need to work with miners: Govt

“It is pleasing to note that the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe and many local mining companies have already embraced local procurement of goods and services where applicable,” he said.
By Nizbert Moyo Nov. 2, 2023

Mining bosses under probe as looters ‘capture’ Midlands

Some of the reports have been published by the Office of the Auditor-General.
By Julia Ndlela Oct. 13, 2023