Karoro Shines as Top Female Graduate, Wins Over US$1,800 at School of Mines
The Association of Junior Mining Professionals of Zimbabwe (AJMPZ) Secretary-General, Hazel Tsungai Karoro, was honored as the top female graduate at the 2024 Zimbabwe School of Mines graduation ceremony in Bulawayo, receiving over US$1,800 in awards.
By Patricia Rwafa
This prestigious recognition highlights Ms. Karoro’s dedication to the mining industry and her outstanding academic performance. Her achievements, including being named the Best Mine Ventilation student and receiving multiple awards from leading industry players, demonstrate the high regard in which she is held within the sector.
AJMPZ President, Eng. Wayne Mudamburi, praised her accomplishments, stating, “Ms. Karoro’s exceptional achievements are not only a testament to her hard work but also a reflection of AJMPZ’s commitment to nurturing talent and leadership in Zimbabwe’s mining sector.”
He added that with leaders like Hazel at the helm, AJMPZ is well-positioned to promote innovation, sustainability, and professionalism among junior mining professionals.
The Association expressed immense pride in Ms. Karoro and confidence that her accomplishments signal a bright future for Zimbabwe’s mining industry, inspired and led by the next generation of industry leaders.
Ms. Karoro’s notable awards include:
- Mimosa Mining Company: US$800, Certificate of Academic Excellence, Floating Shield, and Personal Shield
- ZB Bank: Floating Trophy
- WFDR Risk Services: Floating Trophy
- Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC): Floating Trophy and US$200
- Stanbic Bank: Floating Trophy
- Elevate Trust Zw: Floating Trophy and Personal Shield
- Schweppes Zimbabwe Ltd: Hamper
- Nissan Clover Leaf Motors: Floating Trophy
- Zimplats: US$650, Certificate of Academic Excellence, Floating Shield, and Personal Shield
- Zimbabwe School of Mines (ZSM): Personal Shield
- Association of Mine Managers Zimbabwe (AMMZ): US$125
- Freda Rebecca Mine: Laptop
- Old Nic Mine: US$50
- ZIMDEF: ZWL 3,181.82