Monopoly myth or balanced Partnership: Unpacking Al Jazeera’s lithium coverage
Western multinationals spent decades shipping unprocessed mineral ores overseas without building any local smelting or processing facilities.
By Saxon Zvina
Jun. 19, 2026
Platinum mines hit crisis point as Zim delays US$228m payments
PGMs remain one of Zimbabwe’s most important mineral exports, generating substantial foreign currency earnings and supporting thousands of jobs.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 19, 2026
Redwing Mine reconnects to national grid as restart gathers pace
The project included the installation of power lines, a new substation and transformer at the mine, marking a significant milestone in the phased restart of the historic gold operation.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Jun. 15, 2026
Rukweza appointed Lithium Association of Zimbabwe chair
In a congratulatory message on Tuesday, the board, management and staff of MER described the appointment as a significant achievement and expressed confidence in Rukweza's leadership.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 9, 2026
Union calls for stronger safety measures on Kamandama disaster anniversary
“The Kamandama Mine Disaster remains the worst mining tragedy in Zimbabwe’s history,” Chinhema said.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 8, 2026
Violence against migrants sparks continental alarm
The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Mineral Workers Union is an affiliate of the African Federation of Miners and Mineral Wealth.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 4, 2026
ZMF claims victory in foreign miners ban
Rushwaya said the policy marked a significant victory for ZMF members and represented responsible and equitable resource governance.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jun. 1, 2026
Zim’s mining meets policy crossroads
Zimbabwe hosts the world’s second-largest platinum reserves after South Africa, concentrated largely along the mineral-rich Great Dyke.
By KUDAKWASHE TAIMO
May. 29, 2026
Chinese firms lead Zimbabwe’s US$1bn lithium processing drive
“Huayou (Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe) has invested approximately US$400 million in the Arcadia lithium sulphate plant, in addition to an earlier concentrator investment of around US$300 million.
By Tinashe Kairiza
May. 29, 2026
