Aussie firm loses AU$5,5m lawsuit against Blanket Mine
Court Reporter THE High Court has dismissed a lawsuit by Australian firm Mining Engineering Consulting Services that was claiming AU$5,5 million from Blanket Mine after the latter terminated its contract and services. The firm had cited Blanket Mine and George Gapu, the arbitrator, respectively, as respondents in the case. Mining Engineering is a private company […]
Complex Fraud Network Exposed at Fools Mine
By Staff Reporter An in-depth investigation has uncovered a complex network of fraud, corruption, and manipulation at Fools Mine, a gold mine situated in the Hope Fountain area, about 18 kilometres from Bulawayo along the Matopos highway. At the heart of this scandal is the self-appointed director, Mohamed Daka. Fools Mine is known for its […]
ZMF Pledges Commitment to Responsible Mining
Digital Telegraph Correspondent Artisanal and small-scale miners should practice responsible mining that is sustainable and environmentally conscious, a Cabinet Minister has said. Addressing miners during the Zimbabwe Miners Federation’s annual conference in the capital earlier today, Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando said mining practices should adhere to the laws of the country. “Mining […]
Minister Chitando To Grace ZMF Annual Indaba
…Meeting to Focus on Sustainability Mining Correspondent Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando will address the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Harare Hippodrome in Braeside in Harare. The two-day indaba is being held under the theme “Sustainable Mining: A Catalyst Towards National Development,” and runs from July 11th-12th, 2024. […]
Small-scale Miners to Benefit From a US$2 million EV scheme
Mining Correspondent Artisanal and small-scale miners are set to benefit from an Electric Vehicles (EV) scheme, which is scheduled to be launched next month by the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF). This development follows ZMF president Ms Henrietta Rushwaya’s successful US$2 million EV deal in China, which will provide ZMF members with vehicles at a discounted […]
Chrome Production Surges by Over 4 Percent
DT Correspondent Chrome production in Zimbabwe experienced a notable surge, increasing by 4.37 percent in 2023 compared to the previous year, as reported by the country’s statistics agency, ZIMSTAT. This surge translated to a production of 1,204,755 MT in 2023, compared to 1,154,340 MT in 2022. Despite facing a 46.62 percent decline in production during […]
ZMF Introduces Mechanisation Program for Artisanal Miners in Zvishavane
DT CORRESPONDENT The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has launched its artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) mechanization program in Zvishavane, Midlands Province as part of its Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) endeavors. The mechanization program is in line with the government’s vision for the country to achieve upper middle-income economy status by 2030, while adhering to […]
Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe Celebrates 2nd Anniversary with Focus on Adaptability and Resilience
DT Correspondent
HARARE, Zimbabwe – April 20, 2024 – Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) celebrated its 2nd anniversary with a grand event highlighting the theme of “Adapting and Thriving: Celebrating 2 Years of Growth and Resilience in the Lithium Industry”.
Fastjet to Increase Daily Flights from Victoria Falls to Nelspruit Kruger, Launches Amazing Zimbabwe Campaign
DT Correspondent
Fastjet, a value carrier airline, has announced plans to introduce daily flights from Victoria Falls to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga in South Africa, aiming to support local and regional tourism by enhancing connectivity between these popular tourist destinations.
Trouble Surrounds Vumbachikwe Gold Mine Reopening, Forensic Report Reveals
Vumbachikwe Gold Mine’s prospects for reopening have been condemned following a damning forensic report conducted by South Africa’s Forfar Forensics.