Manhize reset: To build or break
But the math remained stubbornly, cruelly the same: We dug rocks out of the ground for pennies and bought them back as rebar for dollars.
By Fungisai Nota
Jan. 9, 2026
Trade union accuses politicians, army chefs of exploitation
Shamuyarira singled out Chinese-owned Dinson Iron & Steel, accusing it of political protection while undermining workers’ rights.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 12, 2025
Steel plant investor: Govt worried over treatment of displaced villagers
Contacted for comment, Dinson project manager Wilfred Motsi said he had not seen the letter.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 28, 2025
We’re not closing: Disco
DISCO, one of Zimbabwe’s largest industrial investments and a key player in the country’s steel manufacturing sector, has dismissed reports suggesting the closure of its operations.
By Anashe Mpamombe
Oct. 29, 2025
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Africa’s biggest steel plant blocks Munyati river, leaves local villagers stranded
Dinson Iron and Steel Company, a subsidiary of Tsingshan Holding Group, is operating the US$1 billion Manhize steel plant in the area.
By Freeman Makopa
Sep. 19, 2025
‘Over 2 000 jobs created at Manhize’
OVER 2 000 jobs have been created in phase 1 at Dinson Iron and Steel Company (Disco), with the figure expected to double in subsequent phases
By Gracious Daniel
Aug. 18, 2025
Chinese investors’ US$1,5bn Zim steel plant targets EU in bold push
The US$1,5 billion Manhize-based steel plant, a project under China’s Tsingshan Group, began production in July, churning out 300 tonnes of deformed steel bars daily.
By Julia Ndlela
Aug. 8, 2025
Steel sector revival: Zisco, Dinson partner for growth
The remarks were made by the Industry and Commerce minister Mangaliso Ndlovu during a Parliament session on Wednesday.
By Peter Dube
May. 10, 2025
‘Blatantly illegal, unconstitutional’... rights defenders slam use of force in Manhize
The plant is also expected to process iron ore from Zimbabwe’s rapidly expanding mining sector, which has been buoyed by growing domestic and international demand.
By Freeman Makopa
Mar. 21, 2025
Tungwarara bags lucrative govt contract… Prevail gets exclusive rights, sparking monopoly fears
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Jan. 9, 2026
SA Hawks’ probe into R1,1bn Zec tender still active … as Zacc ‘clears’ Chivayo without telling Pretoria
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By Julia Ndlela and Tinashe Kairiza
Jan. 9, 2026
Mutapa Investment Fund’s first financials draw mixed feelings
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By Nhau Mangirazi and Tinashe Kairiza
Jan. 9, 2026
