ZMF Conference to Spur Sustainable Economic Development in ASM
The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has announced that it will be hosting its Annual Mining Conference on the 6th – 7th of July 2023 at the Gweru Business Convention Centre.
This year’s event is designed to gather artisanal and small-scale miners, large-scale miners, stakeholders, service providers, investors, and policymakers to holistically align the artisanal and small-scale miners in the mainstream economy in the most sustainable and rational manner.
Running under the theme “Responsible Mining: A Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Development.” the event aims to discuss the policy measures affecting ASM operations and assess the implications on the growth of the mining industry.
“Zimbabwe Miners Federation(ZMF) cordially invites the mining industry players and stakeholders to contribute, attend and participate at this year’s ZMF Annual Mining Conference and Exhibitions that will take place from 6th – 7th of July 2023 at Gweru Business Convention Centre. The core business of this event is designed to strategically gather together the artisanal, small-scale miners, large-scale miners and key stakeholders to meet and connect with investors, service providers, stakeholders and policymakers and holistically align the artisanal and small-scale miners in the mainstream economy in a most sustainable and rational manner,” ZMF Chief Executive Officer Mr Wellington Takavarasha said in a statement.
Policymakers, Government bodies, suppliers, manufacturers, mining houses, Chamber of Mines members, law enforcement agencies, research institutes, training institutions, farmers, NGOs, and financial institutions are expected to be in attendance.
There will be breakout sessions into mineral sector groupings such as Gold, Chrome and base minerals, Semi-precious and industrial minerals, Youth in Mining, Women in Mining and Gender Issues, Mining suppliers and service providers, Legislative and Policy Issues, and Investment opportunities in the ASM sector.
According to Takavarasha, Industry leaders and experts will provide new perspectives on key issues and concerns of the artisanal and small-scale mining sector and share cutting-edge content and insights on the mining landscape.
He also said the Federation this year invited President Mnangagwa as Guest Speaker.
“Speakers are industry leaders and experts that will provide new perspectives on key issues and concerns of the artisanal and small-scale mining sector and share cutting-edge content and insights on the mining landscape. The invited Guest Speaker is His Excellency The President of the 2nd Republic of Zimbabwe Cde E. D Mnangagwa,” Takavarasha said.
The exhibition will feature the latest technology, equipment, solutions, and innovations for ASM buyers. Exhibitors will generate new leads, enhance their visibility, open doors for new markets, showcase their products and thought leadership through panel discussions and other networking platforms, and face the competition to adapt to changes in product design.
This year’s ZMF Annual Mining Conference is Zimbabwe’s only premium artisanal and small-scale mining investment forum and platform. With the full participation of over 100 ZMF affiliate associations, individual artisanal and small-scale miners, financiers/investors, service providers, stakeholders, and policymakers, this event will foster a sustainable and responsible mining sector for Zimbabwe’s economic development.