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Gold buying prices per gram/ ounce, 14 October 2025

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Gold buying prices per gram/ ounce, 14 October 2025

Gold buying prices in Zimbabwe per gram/ ounce, 14 October 2025, from the official gold buyer and exporter Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR).

CategoryPrice ($/g)Price ($/oz)
SG 90% and ABOVE124.443870.48
SG 85% and above but below 90%123.123830.23
SG 80% and above but below 85%121.813790.00
SG 75% and above but below 80%120.493749.63
Sample 5g and above but below 10g118.513687.44
Fire Assay CASH125.103891.94

 

NB: Fire Assay cash price is for gold above 100g, no sample is deducted.

A sample of not more than 10g is deducted for the Fire Assay Transfer price.

Gold buying prices per gram/ ounce, 13 October 2025

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Gold buying prices per gram/ ounce, 13 October 2025

Gold buying prices in Zimbabwe per gram/ ounce, 13 October 2025, from the official gold buyer and exporter Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR).

CategoryPrice ($/g)Price ($/oz)
SG 90% and ABOVE120.753756.13
SG 85% and above but below 90%119.473716.83
SG 80% and above but below 85%118.193677.52
SG 75% and above but below 80%116.923638.34
Sample 5g and above but below 10g115.003575.06
Fire Assay CASH121.393775.37

 

NB: Fire Assay cash price is for gold above 100g, no sample is deducted.

A sample of not more than 10g is deducted for the Fire Assay Transfer price.

Dissecting the shooting of a Zimbabwean national at a Chinese owned Mine in Mtoko

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Dissecting the shooting of a Zimbabwean national at a Chinese owned Mine in Mtoko

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.

press statement by China Zhuhe Investments following the shooting of a Zimbabwean national
Press statement by China Zhuhe Investments following the shooting of a Zimbabwean national

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.”

Prominent Figures, Large-Scale Miners, & Buyers Attended Mine Entra 2025 in Full Force

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Prominent Figures, Large-Scale Miners, & Buyers Attended Mine Entra 2025 in Full Force

The 2025 edition of Mine Entra lived up to its billing as the country’s premier mining exhibition, drawing an impressive mix of government officials, captains of industry, and mining professionals who turned the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre into a hive of networking, innovation, and forward-looking discussions, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Ryan Chigoche

This year’s edition ran under the theme “Beyond Extraction: Sustaining the Future of Mining.” Early reports indicate strong participation, with the 2025 showcase featuring over 260 exhibitors and the potential to attract even larger crowds than last year’s event, which hosted 289 exhibitors.

Representing the highest office in the land was Acting President Constantino Chiwenga, who toured various exhibition stands, taking time to appreciate new technologies and ideas reshaping Zimbabwe’s mining landscape.

His visit set the tone for this year’s expo, emphasising sustainability through responsible extraction and highlighting the importance of mining with the future in mind—ensuring that today’s development does not come at tomorrow’s expense.

The government showed a united front in its support for the mining sector, with Minister of Mines and Mining Development Winston Chitando leading the delegation, flanked by his deputies. They were joined by Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona and Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu, reflecting a coordinated national effort to drive mining-led industrialisation and strengthen linkages between extraction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development.

But it wasn’t just the government that made its mark. Industry leaders came out in full force—from Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR) General Manager Mr Peter Magaramombe, Eng Steven Ndiyamba – Mimosa GM, Chamber of Mines CEO Isaac Kwesu and Kuvimba Mining House CEO Trevor Barnard to Mimosa Mining Company Managing Director Fungai Makoni, Zimasco CEO and Chamber of Mines President John Musekiwa, Mr Ye, Manager – Kamativi Mining Company (KMC), Sabi Gold Director – Mr Chandiwana, ZCDC COO Dennis Mthombeni and Mimosa’s Lloyd Shamu—all walking the exhibition stands to engage with innovators and suppliers.

Also spotted among the attendees were Busi Chindove from Zimplats, Aaron Malaba and John Shava, Chief Buyer at Unki Mine and his team, Hwange Colliery CEO William Gambiza, Godwin Gambiza, General Manager of Sandawana Mine, Engineering Manager of Blanket Mine Calvin Magwenzi accompanied by the mine’s Chief buyer, Eddington Vere, General Manager for Jena Mine, How mine procurement and operations teams and many others. The Ministry of Mines operations were equally well represented, with Michael Munodawafa, the Chief Government Mining Engineer (CGME), among others.

Professional associations were equally visible, with the influential Association of Mine Managers of Zimbabwe (AMMZ) and the Association of Mine Surveyors of Zimbabwe (AMSZ) among the key attendees. Buyers from large-scale mines also attended in full force, with several coming from as far as Eureka Mine of Guruve, ZCDC, almost 600km from Bulawayo.

Small-scale miners were also not outdone, with Prominent miners like Johanne Sithole gracing the stands and entering into deals with equipment suppliers. Their mining body, ZMF, also held a fully packed mining conference.

They toured the stands to explore new equipment and digital tools that could help modernise the country’s surveying capabilities.

Their presence symbolised how technical expertise and innovation continue to underpin the sector’s progress, also highlighting the Expo’s growing relevance in providing practical solutions to the mining industry.

Adding a global dimension to this year’s event were Chinese exhibitors, who continue to expand their footprint in Zimbabwe’s mining industry. Several Chinese firms showcased advanced equipment and engineering technologies, highlighting their growing role as key technical partners in local mining operations.

Their presence reflected China’s increasing investment in Zimbabwe’s lithium, chrome, and platinum sectors, as well as the strengthening industrial partnerships emerging between local and Chinese enterprises.

The atmosphere throughout the exhibition was one of optimism and purpose. Conversations centred on investment opportunities, technology adoption, and the role of local procurement in building a sustainable value chain.

For many attendees, Mine Entra 2025 was more than just an exhibition—it was a statement of intent that Zimbabwe’s mining sector is evolving, maturing, and positioning itself for long-term growth.

With over 260 local and international exhibitors participating, including firms from South Africa, China, and the United Kingdom, this year’s event once again affirmed Bulawayo’s role as the hub of mining dialogue and innovation.

Mine Entra 2025 captured the spirit of collaboration between government, industry, and professionals—all united by a shared vision of mining not just for profit, but for a sustainable and inclusive future.

For us it was the best ever!!!

ASM Urged to Champion National Compliance Ahead of Global Financial Review

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ASM Urged to Champion National Compliance Ahead of Global Financial Review

In an effort to ensure Zimbabwe is safeguarded from potential grey-listing by the global Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Artisanal and Small-scale Miners (ASM) have been called upon to become frontline champions of financial compliance and due diligence, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Rudairo Mapuranga

Speaking at the Zimbabwe Miners Federation Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners Conference held at Mine Entra 2025, Mr. John Maunganidze of Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR) emphasised that Zimbabwe faces a crucial mutual evaluation next year that will place the country’s financial systems under intense international scrutiny.

“The global eyes will be on Zimbabwe’s compliance principles, objectives, and standards,” he told delegates, highlighting the mining sector’s critical position as it contributes 12 per cent of GDP and 80 per cent of exports.

The FGR representative warned that failure to meet compliance standards could result in Zimbabwe being grey-listed, with severe consequences for international trade and financing.

“We will have problems in terms of international trade and obtaining international financing from various international bodies,” he stated, directly linking national compliance to miners’ individual livelihoods.

Mr. Maunganidze outlined practical measures for miners, emphasising the crucial importance of Know Your Client (KYC) protocols. He urged miners to collect comprehensive customer information, including identification documents, proof of residence, and nationality details, to build reliable client profiles.

“We are prone to these illegal investors or scrupulous criminals who want to use our sector just to clean their funds,” he cautioned, stressing that proper due diligence protects both the national economy and individual mining operations.

The compliance message was reinforced by Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Dr. Caleb Makwiranzou, who issued a direct plea to miners: “Let’s not be grey-listed.” He encouraged those unfamiliar with compliance requirements to seek immediate guidance from the Federation or Fidelity Gold Refinery, emphasising that collective adherence to international standards is essential for maintaining Zimbabwe’s standing in global markets and protecting the mining sector’s vital contribution to the national economy.

Mufaro Handirimi’s Innovation Set to Revolutionise Zimbabwe’s Platinum Mining with 14% Downtime Reduction

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Mufaro Handirimi’s Innovation Set to Revolutionise Zimbabwe’s Platinum Mining with 14% Downtime Reduction

In an effort to revolutionise operational efficiency and combat costly equipment failures in Zimbabwe’s platinum sector, Midlands State University (MSU) mining engineering graduate Mufaro Handirimi has developed a groundbreaking predictive maintenance system targeting underground drill rigs, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Rudairo Mapuranga

This homegrown technological solution promises to significantly enhance the competitiveness of Zimbabwe’s mining operations through advanced data analytics and machine learning.

Handirimi, who serves as Head of Entrepreneurship at the Association of Junior Mining Professionals of Zimbabwe, has created a sophisticated application that shifts maintenance strategies from reactive to predictive for the Sandvik DD211 low-profile drill rig. The system specifically targets the drill and hydraulic modules of these machines, where most critical failures typically occur during underground operations.

The technical architecture employs a network of sensors, including accelerometers to monitor vibration patterns and flow rate sensors to track hydraulic system performance. These sensors utilise wireless connectivity to transmit real-time data from underground operations to a cloud-based analytics platform. At the heart of the system operates an Auto-Regressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) time series module, which analyses equipment data patterns to calculate failure probabilities. A machine learning feedback loop enables the system to continuously refine its prediction accuracy, creating an increasingly intelligent maintenance solution.

Based on empirical evidence from comprehensive literature reviews, including McKinsey studies and a 2018 Barrick Gold case study, the system delivers a demonstrated 14% reduction in unplanned downtime. This improvement translates to substantial financial savings of approximately US$2,700 monthly per machine. For typical Zimbabwean platinum mines operating fleets of twenty or more drill rigs, this represents nearly US$40,000 in monthly savings through enhanced operational efficiency alone.

The innovation arrives at a crucial juncture for Zimbabwe’s mining industry, which accounts for 12% of the country’s GDP and dominates national export earnings. With Zimbabwe possessing the world’s second-largest platinum deposits, operational efficiency improvements directly impact the nation’s economic objectives. Handirimi’s system represents precisely the type of homegrown technological solution that can help achieve the government’s upper-middle-income economy vision.

This predictive maintenance application demonstrates how digital transformation can optimise traditional mining operations—particularly valuable given the industry’s challenges with persistent power shortages and foreign currency constraints. The project signals Zimbabwe’s growing capability to develop local solutions to industrial challenges, combining deep mining expertise with cutting-edge data analytics.

As the system progresses toward implementation, it stands to not only reduce operational downtime by 14% but also inspire a new generation of mining engineers to tackle industry challenges with innovative, locally developed technological solutions. Handirimi’s work embodies the potential for Zimbabwean professionals to lead the technological transformation of the nation’s most vital economic sector.

“Our Hearts Are Bleeding”: ZMF President Demands Immediate Action Against Foreign Miner Brutality

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“Our Hearts Are Bleeding”: ZMF President Demands Immediate Action Against Foreign Miner Brutality

In an effort to ensure the government intervenes and holds investors accountable to the country’s laws and regulations, Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) President Ms. Henrietta Rushwaya has issued a stark warning against foreign investors who are ill-treating and killing local miners, describing the situation as “totally unacceptable” and warning that the small-scale mining community’s patience is wearing thin, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Rudairo Mapuranga

Speaking with visible emotion at the Federation’s conference during Mine Entra 2025, the ZMF President demanded that the government immediately halt what she termed an “unbecoming tendency” that has seen foreign operators become a “menace” to local safety and livelihoods.

“Our hearts are bleeding because of such tendencies. And this is something which we cannot envisage as small-scale miners to happen in our own country,” Rushwaya told a captivated audience. She emphasised the gravity of the situation, adding, “It’s something that we cannot allow to go on and on until untold end.”

The address painted a grim picture of an industry in crisis, where the influx of foreign capital is increasingly accompanied by violence and impunity. Rushwaya detailed how legitimate artisanal and small-scale miners are facing brutal treatment from investors who operate outside the country’s legal frameworks.

In a moment that underscored the national dimensions of the crisis, Rushwaya highlighted the painful irony of Zimbabweans facing mistreatment at home, while abroad, they are often subjected to xenophobic attacks.

“It is quite disheartening that if we go to a foreign land, we are treated as illegal people in those countries. And we suffer xenophobic treatment,” she noted. “But how can we be ill-treated when we are in our own country?”

Beyond physical violence, the ZMF President detailed a multi-faceted threat. She accused these investors of environmental degradation and the systematic displacement of local miners from their legitimate claims. She described an “insurgence of so-called investors who have literally become small-scale miners in their own right,” operating without regard for the sector’s established norms.

Rushwaya expressed particular frustration that the small-scale mining sector is being unfairly blamed for environmental damage that she asserts is being caused by these foreign operations.

“As small-scale miners, we feel shortchanged because of late, all the bad things that have been happening are not being done by small-scale miners. They are being done by the so-called investors,” she stated, drawing a clear line between legitimate local miners and destructive foreign entities.

The ZMF President’s address took on an urgent, direct tone as she appealed to government officials present at the conference to act before the situation escalates further.

“Please take it upon yourself to redress this unbecoming tendency that is happening in the country currently,” Rushwaya pleaded. She specifically called for a fundamental overhaul of how foreign investment is vetted, suggesting that current oversight mechanisms are failing.

“It’s high time government takes a real look at the vetting of the so-called investors that are coming into the country,” she stated, implying that the current system is allowing actors with contempt for Zimbabwean law and citizens to enter the mining sector.

Rushwaya coupled her plea with a sobering caution about the potential for grassroots retaliation if the government fails to act, signalling that the community’s renowned patience is a finite resource.

“We don’t want a revolution to come from the small-scale mining sector, especially where foreigners are concerned, because we outnumber them out there in the bush, and the situation will not be pleasant at all,” she warned.

This statement laid bare the potential for violent escalation if grievances are not addressed through official channels. Yet, despite the grave challenges outlined, Rushwaya concluded on a note of determined resilience, affirming the sector’s commitment to peace and productivity.

“We will maintain our peace, and we’ll continue to work hard,” she declared, encapsulating the dual message of her address: an unwavering demand for protection and respect, coupled with a commitment to continue driving Zimbabwe’s economy through lawful and productive mining.

Ministry of Mines Proposes Removing Pegging from Mines and Minerals Act to Centralise Dispute Resolution

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Ministry of Mines Proposes Removing Pegging from Mines and Minerals Act to Centralise Dispute Resolution

In a decisive move to reshape mining dispute resolution and formalise claim ownership, the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development has proposed removing pegging provisions from the Mines and Minerals Act, placing them instead under ministerial regulations — a shift that dovetails with the ongoing enforcement of survey-grade coordinates for all mining claims, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Rudairo Mapuranga

Speaking at the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners Conference held at Mine Entra 2025 in Bulawayo, Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Dr. Caleb Makwiranzou, said the Ministry intends to “remove excessive peculiarities” in the current Act, including pegging procedures, to streamline operations and enhance localisation of mining at the primary level.

“We also require that we remove excessive peculiarities in our current Act… things like pegging and so on. We want to remove them and put them in the regulations, not in the Act. We also want to make provision for the indigenisation and localisation of the mining industry at the primary level of mining — that is, artisanal and small-scale miners,” said Dr. Makwiranzou.

This legislative change aligns with the Ministry’s recent stringent enforcement of a directive that mandates all prospecting and registration applications to be accompanied by coordinates produced by a registered and certified surveyor. This policy, which effectively bans the use of handheld GPS devices for pegging, is aimed at curbing rampant boundary disputes and creating a reliable, conflict-free digital cadastre for Zimbabwe’s mining operations.

The proposal to move pegging from the Act to regulations is strategically linked to the new era of precision-driven claim management. By making surveyors the cornerstone of the pegging process, the Ministry ensures that the foundational data entering the new system is accurate and legally defensible.

Miners are now required to engage licensed surveyors who are registered in the Ministry of Mines database and are paid-up members of the Association of Mine Surveyors of Zimbabwe (AMSZ). This ensures accountability, professional standards, and seamless integration with Zimbabwe’s evolving digital mining cadastre system (CMCIMS).

“We’ve seen too many disputes due to inaccurate boundary markings and speculative pegging,” said a Mines Ministry official. “From now on, we’re not processing anything unless the coordinates are traceable to a professional surveyor who is on our system and affiliated with AMSZ. It’s about order and accountability.”

The role of the surveyor has become so integral that a new professional designation, the “Survegger” — a qualified Surveyor who is also a licensed Pegging Agent — has emerged, offering integrated services to miners by combining technical surveying and legal claim pegging into a single, efficient operation.

The proposal, however, has sparked a complex debate. While current pegging guidelines enshrined in the Act provide miners with clear legal recourse in disputes, moving them to regulations would place procedures directly under ministerial discretion. This allows the Ministry to revise and enforce rules administratively without requiring Parliamentary approval.

Analysts believe the move could make dispute resolution faster and more efficient but also concentrate authority within the Ministry. The Association of Junior Mining Professionals of Zimbabwe observed that the proposed changes could be aimed at giving the Ministry “total control” over pegging and claim management, ensuring that disputes are settled internally.

“When pegging remains in the Act, miners have legal grounds to challenge certain decisions. Moving it to regulations gives the Ministry flexibility but reduces checks and balances,” the Association noted.

Despite the concerns, the overarching goal of these reforms is widely seen as the modernisation and formalisation of the mining sector. The Association of Mine Surveyors of Zimbabwe (AMSZ) has welcomed the enforcement of the surveyor rule, stating it affirms the importance of professionalism.

As discussions around the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill continue, miners and stakeholders have been urged by Deputy Minister Dr. Caleb Makwiranzou to engage actively to ensure that the push for efficiency does not come at the expense of fairness and transparency in the sector. The combination of regulatory overhaul and a strict survey-grade coordinate system marks a definitive step towards a more professional and transparent mining environment in Zimbabwe.

Gold buying prices in Zimbabwe per gram/ ounce, 10 October 2025

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Gold buying prices in Zimbabwe per gram/ ounce, 10 October 2025, from the official gold buyer and exporter Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR).

CategoryPrice ($/g)Price ($/oz)
SG 90% and ABOVE122.113,798.69
SG 85% and above but below 90%120.823,758.46
SG 80% and above but below 85%119.533,718.22
SG 75% and above but below 80%118.233,677.56
Sample 5g and above but below 10g116.293,616.00
Fire Assay CASH122.763,818.50

 

NB: Fire Assay cash price is for gold above 100g, no sample is deducted.

A sample of not more than 10g is deducted for the Fire Assay Transfer price.

Miners Hail Mine Entra Buyers-Sellers Platform as Gateway to Suppliers and Professional Growth

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Miners Hail Mine Entra Buyers-Sellers Platform as Gateway to Suppliers and Professional Growth

Mine Entra‘s Buyers-Sellers Programme has been hailed as a crucial platform that exposes small-scale miners to new markets, suppliers, and professional business practices within the mining sector, Mining Zimbabwe can report.

By Ryan Chigoche

The Buyers’ Programme is an initiative by the ZITF Company designed to directly connect mining companies’ procurement managers and decision-makers with mining and engineering suppliers.

Introduced in 2024 and prominently featured in 2025, this hybrid platform combines online and in-person interactions to facilitate scheduled, targeted meetings, strengthening business partnerships and supporting growth across the mining sector’s supply chain.

Speaking to Mining Zimbabwe on the sidelines of the ongoing Mine Entra in Bulawayo, Payne Kupfuwa, CEO of the Young Miners Foundation, said the programme not only exposed miners to international suppliers but also advanced efforts to formalize small-scale mining.

“The Buyers-Sellers Programme is quite impressive because it gave us an opportunity to actually get to know some products that we didn’t know were in the market. We also didn’t know that there are some suppliers who have come in from other countries to be part of Mine Entra,” Kupfuwa said.

“And as young miners, it goes a long way for us because, in our bid to formalize and professionalize small-scale mining, we are saying mining should always be taken as a business, not as a poverty-driven initiative or a get-rich-quick scheme. So such platforms, of course, give us an opportunity to network and establish ourselves as formalized and full-fledged mining entrepreneurs.”

Kupfuwa explained that beyond networking, the programme directly supports the implementation of mining projects. For his team, Mine Entra has become a hub to source affordable equipment and services needed for expanding operations.

“We are setting up a chrome processing plant in Mvurwi and are also working towards establishing a gold processing plant,” he said.

“But the Buyers-Sellers Programme has created a platform for us to actually get cheaper, more affordable services and equipment for everything that we are setting up. We are very optimistic and look forward to a beautiful and exciting Mine Entra 2025.”

Kupfuwa added that continued engagement through the programme will allow young miners to establish themselves fully in the sector while accessing resources that were previously out of reach.

The 28th edition of Mine Entra kicked off successfully, completing its first-day programmes at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo. The event has attracted 240 confirmed exhibitors, including 16 international participants from China, India, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Exhibitors span a broad cross-section of the mining value chain, including heavy and light equipment suppliers, engineering firms, green technology providers, logistics operators, and financial service institutions.

Day one featured the AfriConfex Conference and Official Opening, headlined by Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona, alongside the Buyers’ Programme Speed Networking Session.

The session brought together mining houses such as Zimasco, Unki Mine, Hwange Colliery Company, and Blanket Mine with local and international suppliers.

Tomorrow’s highlights will include the Mine Entra Conference and Official Opening Ceremony, the Mining Industry Suppliers Forum hosted by the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe, and a seminar on ESG and sustainability featuring leading industry experts and panelists.

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