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
Legal fog clouds Zimbabwe’s new minerals policy, warns watchdog
CNRG said the introduction of three categories “critical,” “special critical,” and “strategic” minerals has no basis in Zimbabwean law.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jun. 2, 2026
ZRP warns on illegal explosives after deadly kombi blast
Authorities added that explosives are strictly regulated and may only be handled under conditions set by the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Apr. 22, 2026
Chitando to attend African Mining Week
MINES and Mining Development minister Winston Chitando has confirmed participation at the African Mining Week (AMW) set for October.
By PRIDE NYAMUPANGEDENGU and LESLEY KUFANDADA
Aug. 12, 2025
Chitando to attend African Mining Week
MINES and Mining Development minister Winston Chitando has confirmed participation at the African Mining Week (AMW) set for October.
By PRIDE NYAMUPANGEDENGU and LESLEY KUFANDADA
Aug. 12, 2025
Disgruntled prospectors petition government
Dzingwe said the ministry was ill-advised ‘in thinking that prospectors were causing mining disputes.’
By William Milasi
Jun. 26, 2025
Hwange locals miss out on mining opportunities
It also emerged that only three women and 17 youth have some form of shareholding in mining companies in the district.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 22, 2025
ZMF pushes for ASM gold syndicates to tap into hefy govt offer
Fidelity Gold Refinery in March lowered the incentive threshold from 20 kilogrammes to 500 grammes, making it easier for more miners to qualify for the 5% gold delivery incentive.
By LEE MUSAIDZI
May. 23, 2025
Mines ministry to assess Deka River pollution
Bonda said villagers were losing domestic animals.
By WILLIAM VUNDLA
Apr. 16, 2025
