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CSOs, Govt Urged to Engage Chinese Investors, Research Compliance, Diversify Investments
Zimbabwe's civil society organizations (CSOs) and the government have been urged to actively engage with Chinese investors in the mining sector, research compliance standards, and support investment diversification to foster competition and raise industry standards, Mining...
Who Are Critical Minerals Critical For?
As Zimbabwe embarks on its energy transition journey, questions about the true beneficiaries of critical minerals have become central to discussions around sustainable development. Communities are asking questions like, "What are critical minerals for, and to...
What is Just Transition? A Fadzai’s Typical Transition
The concept of a “just transition” is at the forefront of discussions on sustainable development and climate change. But what does it really mean? For many, it represents a shift toward greener economies while ensuring no...
ZELA Pledges Support for ASM ESG Compliance, Community Development, and Policy Advancements
The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) has committed to supporting the Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) sector, the government, and large-scale mining companies through technical assistance aimed at achieving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, community...
Building a Just Framework: Key Lessons for Mining Displacement and Resettlement
Mining displacement and resettlement are pressing issues within Zimbabwe's mining sector, affecting the livelihoods and social fabric of communities situated near mining sites, many communities have been impacted by displacements, with the majority expressing dissatisfaction with...
ZELA Designs Toolkit for Parliamentarians
The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) has developed and published a toolkit aimed at equipping lawmakers with resources to pose relevant questions and draft motions in Parliament focused on natural resource governance, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By...
Parliament Urged to Prioritize Research for Improved Policies and a Stronger Economic Future
The Parliament of Zimbabwe has been urged to prioritize research-driven policymaking to foster sustainable development and a stronger economic and mining future for the country, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By Rudairo Mapuranga These remarks were made by Farai...
Block Illegal Miners from Mining Disused Underground Shafts – ZELA
The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) has urged authorities to take decisive action against small-scale artisanal miners accessing disused underground shafts, which are encroaching on local communities.By Ryan ChigocheThe illegal gold mining crisis in Zimbabwe has...
206 Delegates Attend the planetGOLD ASGM Global Annual Forum in the Philippines
The 5th planetGOLD annual conference wrapped up on the 7th of June in Talisay, Batangas, Philippines, drawing 206 delegates from 23 countries, including Zimbabwe.By Wellington TakavarashaThe event, held from June 3rd to 6th, 2024, focused on...
Women in Gemstones Eye US$1 Billion Industry in Five Years
Through the beneficiation and value addition of gemstones, the Women in Gemstones Association in Zimbabwe (WIGAZ) is aiming to establish a US$1 billion gemstone industry within five years.by Rudairo MapurangaWIGAZ, currently collaborating with ActionAid, the Zimbabwe...
Address ESG Issues & Policy Challenges – Stakeholders to Zhemu
While the former Minister of Mines and Mining Development Hon Winston Chitando had a relatively successful term at the helm of the mining sector, taking the sector from US$2.7 billion in 2017 to US$9.5 billion in...
ZELA dissects the Mines and Minerals Bill
The Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill currently before Parliament has been criticised for failing to include clauses that will effectively regulate mining activities.
In a statement, the Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) said there is need for...