The Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe has issued a detailed advisory to Chinese nationals engaged in investment and business operations across the country, urging strict adherence to local laws, enhanced security measures, and greater community engagement to promote responsible and sustainable business practices.
In a notice on its X account titled “Important Notice to Chinese Nationals: A Reminder on Investment and Business Operations in Zimbabwe,” the Embassy outlined eight key guidelines aimed at ensuring that Chinese investors operate safely, legally, and in harmony with Zimbabwe’s regulatory and social environment.
The advisory comes amid growing Chinese participation in Zimbabwe’s mining and infrastructure sectors, where issues of compliance, community relations, and environmental management have recently drawn national attention, leading to many Zimbabweans calling for the expulsion of Chinese nationals from the country.
Important Notice to Chinese Nationals: A Reminder on Investment and Business Operations in Zimbabwe.
Read full statement HERE
The advisory comes after the death of a man who was shot and later died by a Chinese Engineer at the China Zhuhe Investments-owned mine.
In its press release signed by one Xiayo Yong, the company China Zhuhe Mining claimed the man and his accomplices, whom it referred to as “Gangsters”, climbed the courtyard wall in an attempt to rob the mine.
The killer, a Chinese Engineer who was on duty then, fired shots into the air, according to the press release. The press release does not state how the bullets hit the deceased after the initial claim of shooting into the air.
There is no mention of the Mine calling the Police after the attempted robbery and firearm discharge.
The press release goes on to say the injured man, whom it referred to as a “Gangster”, was discovered by workers on the morning shift, about a kilometre away, 6 hours and 27 minutes after the firearm discharge. Instead of notifying the Police, the workers notified a Chinese translator, Mr Zilu, who, the press release said, was a supervisor. Zilu then immediately went to the scene.
It is not clear from the press release how long it took Zilu to arrive at the scene or if he was even at the mine.
Zilu, according to the press statement, proceeded to question the injured man, who, according to the release, admitted to having been injured during what the company now referred to as “during the robbery” when initially it had referred to the act as “in an attempt to commit robbery” in the press release’s first paragraph.
It is not clear from the press release how long Zilu questioned the deceased.
Zilu is reported to have immediately “arranged” to call the Police after the questioning. The press release does not say how long it took Zilu to actually contact the ZRP, as it said he “arranged” to call the Police.
According to the press release, the deceased had passed away when the Police arrived on the scene.
There is no mention of any medical or any first aid assistance given to the now deceased, whom the company calls a “Gangster” in the Xiayo Yong signed Press statement. There is also no mention of how long it took the Police to arrive on the scene.
The press release went on to say that Villagers who were unaware of the whole incident mistakenly suspected Chinese employees of improper misconduct. It is not clear if China Zhuhe Investments sees the death as improper conduct or otherwise, as it does not mention whether procedures were followed.
The Press release continues and says the villagers then besieged several innocent Chinese employees, but it did not mention the shooter being part of the group.
The employees were rescued by the Police, according to the press release.
China Zhuhe Mining Co said the shooter is actively cooperating with Police investigations.
What to do when a person is shot (Mine Site or Workplace Emergency Guide)
In the event of any shooting incident, every second counts. Stay calm, act quickly, and follow these steps to protect life and ensure safety.
📞 Call for medical Help
Contact Mine/Plant Control Room or Emergency Services (999 or 112).
Report clearly:
- Location of the incident
- Number of injured persons
- Type of injury (gunshot wound)
- Whether the area is secure
🩸 Control the Bleeding
- Put on protective gloves if available.
- Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound using a clean cloth, gauze, or clothing.
- If bleeding is severe on an arm or leg, apply a tourniquet above the wound.
- Do not remove objects stuck in the wound — pad around them instead.
💨 Check Breathing and Responsiveness
- If the person is unresponsive, check for breathing.
- If not breathing, start CPR if trained to do so or call a person who can.
- If breathing, place them in the recovery position (on their side, head slightly back).
🫀 Prevent Shock
- Keep the victim still and calm — unnecessary movement can worsen bleeding.
- Cover them with a blanket, jacket, or thermal wrap to keep them warm.
- Reassure them continuously until medical help arrives.
⚠️ DO NOT:
- ❌ Remove the bullet or any embedded object.
- ❌ Give food, water, or medication.
- ❌ Leave the person unattended unless your safety is threatened.
🏥 When Help Arrives
- Brief responders on what happened, what first aid was provided, and any changes in the victim’s condition.
- Continue assisting as directed by medical or emergency personnel.
🧠 REMEMBER:
Have a heart. “Stay calm. Stop the bleeding. Save a life.”
