Search results: artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM)

In a powerful declaration of Zimbabwe's economic direction, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to anchoring the national currency in physical gold reserves—while simultaneously acknowledging the crucial role of artisanal and small-scale miners...

The continued surge in gold prices has significantly transformed Zimbabwe's artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector, driving a wave of formalisation, mechanisation, and professionalisation across the country, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By Rudairo Mapuranga According to Young Miners...

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) has secured another conviction in its ongoing campaign against illegal mining, with two gold prospectors from Gwanda sentenced to two years in prison this week, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By...

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has confirmed the imprisonment of Kudakwashe Mapinda of Siakobvu, who was convicted of illegal gold panning and sentenced to two years in prison, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By Rudairo Mapuranga This comes as...

Planet Gold Zimbabwe is rolling out pilot demonstration sites nationwide to introduce mercury-free gold processing technologies aimed at boosting gold recovery rates while making artisanal and small-scale gold mining cleaner and safer. By Ryan Chigoche The initiative, now...

Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR), Zimbabwe’s sole authorised gold buyer and exporter, is reshaping the country’s approach to artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) through a multi-faceted strategy centred on responsible sourcing, formalisation, community empowerment, and logistical innovation,...

The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has issued a stern warning to unscrupulous chrome miners who have taken to violating legal mining rights under the cover of darkness, vowing to “name and shame” offenders as a way...

The Zimbabwe School of Mines (ZSM) has issued an urgent security alert following a concerning increase in criminal activity near the Bulawayo City Council Pit, adjacent to Cecil Roberts and opposite New Parklands. The institution is...

In a significant move toward sustainable mining development in Zimbabwe, Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO) has expressed interest in partnering with the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) to champion responsible and environmentally conscious mining practices among...

The Zimbabwean government has reiterated its strong support for Artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM), emphasising their critical role in the country’s mining sector following a successful start to 2025. By Ryan Chigoche The government’s commitment comes as new...

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines and Mining Development launched an extensive outreach programme from March 13 to 17, 2025, aimed at engaging with small—and large-scale mining operations across Zimbabwe. By Ryan Chigoche The initiative is set to...

In efforts to combat illicit financial flows in the continent's extractive sector, African countries are being advised to adopt global best standards, Mining Zimbabwe can report. By Ryan Chigoche This development comes as African countries face an even...