Asbestos dumps, toxic dust, and broken promises in abandoned Zvishavane, Mashava mines
People in Zimbabwe’s former asbestos mining towns are being left at risk of developing asbestos diseases that the public health system is ill-equipped to diagnose.
Asbestos dumps, toxic dust, and broken promises in abandoned Zvishavane, Mashava mines
People in Zimbabwe’s former asbestos mining towns are being left at risk of developing asbestos diseases that the public health system is ill-equipped to diagnose.
Asbestos dumps, toxic dust, and broken promises in abandoned Zvishavane, Mashava mines
People in Zimbabwe’s former asbestos mining towns are being left at risk of developing asbestos diseases that the public health system is ill-equipped to diagnose.
The deadly consequences of State inaction
The government is fully aware of these shortcomings and the consequences that follow, yet corrective action remains inadequate.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
May. 22, 2026
Cholera cases confirmed in Zvishavane
Ndagurwa also ordered facilities to ensure adequate stocks of critical medicines and emergency supplies needed to manage suspected and confirmed cases.
By Silas Nkala
May. 18, 2026
FC Platinum Part Ways with Chapusha
Premier Soccer League side FC Platinum have announced the departure of midfielder Hastings Chapusha, bringing an end to his time at the Zvishavane-based club.
By RUFARO KASWERAKUENDA
Mar. 31, 2026
Schools and Innovation Fair 2026 set for Zvishavane
Major mining companies in the Great Dyke, together with the schools they support, will participate, highlighting the outcomes of their education-focused community investments.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 12, 2026
Sabi Gold Mine dispute ends in shooting
According to police, the incident occurred around 9am when mine security guards approached the group intending to effect arrests.
By SIMBARASHE SITHOLE
Feb. 12, 2026
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Silicosis crisis: Young miners pay with their lungs for Zimbabwe’s gold
In mining towns such as Kwekwe, Shurugwi and Zvishavane, young, able-bodied men who should be driving the country’s economy are instead counting their breaths.
By Evans Mathanda and Miriam Mangwaya
Jan. 25, 2026
