Mining indaba opens

HUNDREDS of delegates in the country’s mining sectors are today expected to converge in Harare for the two-day Mining and Infrastructure Indaba.

Newly appointed Mines and Mining Development minister, Walter Chidhakwa is expected to officially open the Indaba being held under the theme: Redefining Africa: Harnessing Our Resources Collectively.

According to the official figures, the mining sector has been one of the most critical drivers of economic growth in the last three years, contributing more than 60% of total exports.

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