Four miners die, one still trapped after Chinhoyi mine shaft collapse
The collapse occurred on July 16 while eight miners were working about 100 metres underground.
By Silas Nkala
Jul. 19, 2026
Shabanie workers win big in landmark court ruling
The case centred on the termination of the workers' employment in October 2011, following SMM’s placement on reconstruction in 2004 due to severe financial distress.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jun. 29, 2026
‘How to keep vultures out of Zim’s US$16bn Mutapa fund’
Zimbabwe has entrusted MIF with some of its most valuable assets, including mining interests, energy firms, telecommunications companies, transport operators and agricultural enterprises.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 26, 2026
African Mining Week targets investment boost for Zimbabwe
Energy Capital & Power said the spotlight will bring together investors
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 25, 2026
Stanbic Bank deepens mining sector partnership, extends US$227mln credit support
Over the years, Stanbic Bank has worked closely with the Chamber on key industry engagements, policy dialogue and initiatives aimed at strengthening the mining sector.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 24, 2026
Mining boom hits US$10bn funding wall
Mining accounts for about 81% of Zimbabwe’s export earnings, contributes 14,5% of gross domestic product and provides roughly 20% of government revenue through taxes and levies.
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 24, 2026
Govt flies blind on mining industry’s 700MW power demand
The admission highlights a growing challenge for policymakers as mining activity expands, driven by increased base-metal, coal and lithium processing.
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 22, 2026
Lithium crash forces Zim miners to cut jobs
Although prices have recovered to between US$22 000 and US$25 000 a tonne, he warned that the market remains fragile.
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 20, 2026
Forex shortages choke US$8,5bn mining industry
“It is our humble plea that government allows mining companies to participate on the willing buyer, willing seller platform for legitimate foreign currency requirements.”
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 20, 2026
