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Brutality, torture claims rock Zim diamond fields

The Zimbabwe Independent sought comment from ZCDC regarding these allegations, but the company declined to respond.

By Freeman Makopa Feb. 14, 2025

Brutality, torture claims rock Zim diamond fields

Artisanal miners jailed 2 months for murder

According to the court documents, the deceased and the accused were not related, but were panning for gold along Ruya River in Mozambique.

By Desmond Chingarande Aug. 17, 2024

Artisanal miners jailed 2 months for murder

Our lives mean nothing

When new mineral wealth is discovered in impoverished Zimbabwe, the hope of many is ignited, and there is a rush of sorts by treasure hunters.

By Masimba Manyanya Oct. 20, 2023

Gokwe gold panner murdered

Midlands provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko yesterday confirmed the incident that occurred in Shurugwi.

By Stephen Chadenga Oct. 15, 2023

Gold panners kill Gweru man

Midlands provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko yesterday confirmed the incident, but said they were still “gathering details” on what exactly happened.

By Stephen Chadenga May. 1, 2023

Mining sector needs fundamental transformation

Revenue from the exploitation of natural resources is not only used to sustain militias, but also for personal enrichment and building political support.

By Vince Musewe Mar. 16, 2023

Mining sector needs fundamental transformation

Artisanal miners deserve better

Research has revealed that the biggest challenge faced by artisanal miners is the 1963 Mines and Minerals Act, a nearly 60-year-old piece of legislation.

By Newsday Nov. 23, 2022