The Zimbabwe National Institute of Rock Engineering (ZINIRE) will today (September 20, 2025) host its annual symposium at the Elephant Hills venue in Victoria Falls. Under the theme “Managing Fall of Ground into the Future,” the event will bring together leading Engineers, Mine managers, Safety professionals, and solution providers to address critical challenges in rock engineering and ground control.
By Rudairo Mapuranga
The symposium will feature a full-day program of technical presentations, product demonstrations, and networking opportunities designed to advance safety and innovation across Zimbabwe’s mining and construction sectors.
Event Program Highlights:
The day will begin with registration at 7:30 AM, followed by official proceedings including a safety induction, an address from the ZINRE President, and a keynote from the Guest of Honour. Technical sessions will commence at 9:00 AM, featuring expert presentations from industry professionals, including Pader D. Oconor (Pump & Steel), Dade N. Dzimunya, W. Mudamburi, and B. Mlambo.
Leading industry suppliers, including Geobrugg, SRK Consulting, Fabchem, Timrite, Rocloc, and Videx, will showcase the latest advancements in ground support technology, monitoring systems, and engineering solutions throughout the day.
About ZINRE:
The Zimbabwe National Institute of Rock Engineering (ZINRE) is the nation’s leading professional body dedicated to advancing the science and practice of rock engineering. Through education, standards development, and industry collaboration, ZINRE works to enhance safety, efficiency, and innovation in mining and geotechnical engineering.




