Ema swoops on Botha mine
THE Environmental Management Agency (Ema) has intensified its crackdown on mining activities in Mashonaland Central, issuing a sweeping suspension order targeting operations at Botha
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 13, 2026
Botha Mine challenges minister’s authority over survey discrepancies
Botha Mine’s application responds to a complaint lodged by Freda Rebecca Gold Mine, the legitimate holder of Mining Lease 21 (ML 21).
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 2, 2026
Kitsiyatota declared "No-Go Zone" as court halts operations over violent clashes
The ruling, issued on Friday, follows an ex parte application filed by miner Lee-Roy Kambasha against Navid Incorporated (Private) Limited and Side Electricals (Private) Limited.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 27, 2026
High Court spoliation order against Freda Rebecca raises eyebrows after contradictory ground findings
The mine’s representative maintained that fencing was a statutory compliance measure and not an eviction exercise.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 2, 2026
Botha Gold Mine withdraws legal challenge against Freda Rebecca, Police
“The police escort was meant to prevent disorder and unrest, given that the area is heavily infested with illegal miners,” FRGM stated in the affidavit.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 10, 2026
Gold producer takes a crack on Kitsiyatota Mine baronage
Court papers alleged that Botha, operating under the guise of Side Electrical (Pvt) Ltd, has been brazenly mining gold without any valid mining title
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 4, 2026
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine files criminal complaint against illegal miners
The company has set aside a two-day period, from 28 to 29 January 2026, for individuals to visit the mine site for a verification process.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 26, 2026
KMH launches major drilling drive
To secure future output, the company has embarked on an aggressive drilling schedule.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Dec. 19, 2025
Shamva deploys US$1,5m of US$7m capex budget
SHAMVA Gold Mine has deployed over US$1,5 million of its US$7 million capital expenditure budget for the year
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Aug. 22, 2025
