Women Empowerment in Mining Zimbabwe (WEMZ) will host the 3rd edition of the Women in Mining Service Excellence Awards on 6th of March 2026 at the Monomotapa Hotel in Harare, running under the theme “Give to Gain: Celebrating Women in Mining Excellence,” Mining Zimbabwe can report.
By Rudairo Mapuranga
According to the Organizing Secretary, Chiedza Chipangura, this year’s awards are designed to be purely celebratory rather than competitive. Speaking on behalf of WEMZ, Ms. Chipangura emphasized that the goal is to ensure that every woman working in the mining sector receives the recognition she deserves.
“These awards are not performance-based. They are about appreciation and acknowledgment. They are celebratory, not competitive; they are complimentary,” said Ms. Chipangura. “We will continue to spotlight women until everyone is celebrated. Our goal is to inspire a new generation by showing them that there is a place for them in mining and to encourage more women to pursue professional careers in this field.”
WEMZ has confirmed that the Guest of Honour for the prestigious night will be the Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Honourable Engineer Fred Moyo. He will be joined by the Gender Director from the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, as well as a senior representative from the Ministry of Mines, underscoring the government’s commitment to inclusive growth in the sector.
A Night to Honour Legends
The gala evening, running from 18:00 to 22:00 hours, will bring together 350 delegates from at least 25 leading mining companies. In a special segment, WEMZ will pay tribute to the trailblazers who have paved the way for women in Zimbabwe’s mining industry. Honorary Lifetime Achievement Awards will be bestowed upon prominent women who have served in the highest positions within mining companies. This year’s honourees include Ella Muchemwa, Elizabeth Nerwande, Tsitsi Dhambuza, Tendai Madondo, Busi Chindove, and Dr. Nomusa Moyo, leaders whose careers have broken glass ceilings and inspired countless others.
Furthermore, the awards will recognize the institutions making this progress possible. Mining companies that actively include women in their workforce and foster inclusive environments will be celebrated as “Gender-Sensitive Organizations,” receiving recognition for their role in driving sustainable growth.
WEMZ has extended a partnership invitation to mining companies across the country. The organization is urging companies to support the celebration of the women who work for them by sponsoring their dinner in their honour. Participating companies are asked to fund their nominees’ participation, while WEMZ oversees the logistics, programme design, and extensive media coverage.
This partnership offers a unique opportunity for mining houses to enhance their corporate image by visibly demonstrating their commitment to gender empowerment.
