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Gold rush empties rural schools
Centre for Natural Resource Governance director Farai Maguwu said lack of a diversified manufacturing sector left mining as one of the few industries offering immediate income.
By Nunurai Jena
Aug. 9, 2026
Region’s gold hubs a heaven for fugitives
They are called amakorokoza – illegal gold miners. And the question most Zimbabweans ask is: why do they choose to live in the bush?
By Daimon Phiri
Aug. 9, 2026
Miner prospects for gold in Harare's leafy suburb, gets arrested
The suspect, Chiripayi Chipandire, appeared before magistrate Artwell Sanyatwe, who granted him US$500 bail.
By Desmond Chingarande
Aug. 6, 2026
Electric vehicle steals the show at Mine Entra
Increased adoption of electric vehicles is expected to complement investments in renewable energy while reducing fuel costs and carbon emissions.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jul. 30, 2026
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
US-based BlackRock scales up interest in Caledonia Mining
Caledonia said it had received a notification from BlackRock, informing the company that the investment manager had crossed a reporting threshold the previous day.
By Silas Nkala
Jul. 9, 2026
2 die in Kwekwe mineshaft collapse
Midlands provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko confirmed the incident, which occurred in Kwekwe, and said three of the miners, however, managed to escape alive.
By Stephen Chadenga
Jul. 8, 2026
From extraction to transformation: Mining as Zim’s growth engine
Thriving mining sectors create demand for skills development, financial services, water management and energy infrastructure.
By Innocent Hadebe
Jul. 4, 2026
Understanding the disposal of mining rights in Zim
Whenever a mining right is transferred or surrendered, regulatory authorities assess whether the holder has complied with these obligations.
By Adam Mavhiko
Jul. 3, 2026
