Government & Regulation
Mining ministry decisions, regulatory agency updates and government policy affecting the African mining industry.
Zimbabwe plans mining law reforms and e-cadastre by year-end
Zimbabwe plans mining law reforms by year-end. The e-cadastre system is targeted for December 2026. Government...
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Kambamura says Zimbabwe must climb the full beneficiation ladder
Zimbabwe says beneficiation must go beyond producing concentrates. Government will enforce mineral export rules and value-addition...
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Mining minister orders action on policy backlog after strong first-half export earnings
Zimbabwe earned about US$5.73 billion from mineral exports in the first half of 2026. Small-scale miners...
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ZASWMA launches five-year plan to strengthen women in mining
ZASWMA has launched its 2026-2030 strategic plan. The plan focuses on formalisation, finance, safety and environmental...
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Lubricant distributors warn over counterfeit engine oils in Zimbabwe
Four authorised lubricant distributors have warned that counterfeit engine oils are causing costly engine damage in...
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Mines secretary Wushe to inspect Zimbabwe School of Mines
Mines Secretary Wushe scheduled to tour Zimbabwe School of Mines in Bulawayo on June 6, 2026....
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Kambamura declares ‘zero tolerance’ on corruption, backs inspectors
Kambamura vows zero tolerance on graft in Mines Ministry. Inspectors and engineers promised protection when closing...
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Zimbabwe’s state diamond miner names industry veteran Mtombeni as CEO
Zimbabwe's state diamond miner ZCDC has named Dennis Mtombeni as chief executive, effective July 1, 2026....
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Zimbabwe mine union demands $650 minimum wage, stronger safety rules
Zimbabwe mine union calls for US$650 minimum wage. ZDAMWU says safety in mines is a basic...
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Wushe takes Mines portfolio in Mnangagwa reshuffle
President Mnangagwa reassigned five Permanent Secretaries effective May 1. Dr. Thomas Utete Wushe moved from Industry...
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