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16/06/2025

🏆 The countdown is on!

The inaugural Women in Engineering Awards Ceremony takes place on Monday, 23 June 2025 at HICC, Harare — celebrating the remarkable women transforming Zimbabwe’s engineering industry.

✅ Nominate a trailblazer or cast your vote today!
🗳️ Voting extended until 14 June 2025.

🎟️ Tickets:
• US$60 (Individual)
• US$500 (Table of 10)

📍Organised by the Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers, Women in Engineering Zimbabwe, and Kunthom Media Solutions.

🔗 Submit nominations and vote now: www.kunthommedia.com
📧 Enquiries: [email protected]

Let’s honour excellence, drive change, and spotlight those breaking barriers.

27/05/2025

🎉 Thrilled to see our inaugural Women in Engineering Conference featured in The Sunday Mail!

"This is a time when the mining industry has escalated to unprecedented levels... when voices of wisdom need to be heard in order to preserve our nature and environment." - Dr Sanzan Diarra, ZIE CEO

On June 23rd at Harare International Conference Centre, we're making history with Zimbabwe's first Women in Engineering Conference and Awards.

What makes this special: ✨ Keynote by Engineer Joy Makumbe (Ministry of Transport & Infrastructural Development) ✨ Panel discussions on engineering leadership & innovation
✨ Executive masterclasses on negotiation & career resilience ✨ Evening awards ceremony celebrating engineering excellence ✨ Structured mentorship and speed networking

As Dr Mary Chikuruwo beautifully put it: "The presence of women in engineering is no longer symbolic. Their gentle, but determined approach continues to attract more girls to the profession."

This isn't just a conference - it's the start of a long-term movement supporting women in Zimbabwe's engineering sector.

Engineering needs YOUR creativity, resilience and unique perspective. Whether you're a seasoned professional, student, or passionate about diversity in STEM - join us in making history.

🎯 Registration: Women in Engineering Conference 2025

🤝 Sponsorship opportunities available - DM for details

22/05/2025

ENGINEER Obert Mukaratirwa, a highly experienced mining professional with more than twenty years under his belt, shares his remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Canada, shedding light on his expertise in mine ventilation engineering.

In this interview with ZiMining, he delves into the vital importance of ventilation in mining operations, the various challenges he has encountered, and the innovative solutions he champions to ensure safety and efficiency deep underground.

Q: Can you tell us about your background and career journey?
A: I was born on 26 October 1974 in Gutu, Masvingo, as the seventh of ten children. After completing my A-levels at Gokomere High School, I enrolled at the University of Zimbabwe in 1994 to study Mining Engineering, supported by an Anglo-American scholarship.

ENGINEER Obert Mukaratirwa, a highly experienced mining professional with more than twenty years under his belt, shares his remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Canada, shedding light on his expertise in mine ventilation engineering. In this interview with ZiMining, he delves into the vital importanc...

22/05/2025

THE REOPENING of Kamativi Mine has revitalised this once-neglected mining town, creating over 1,200 jobs and pouring millions into local infrastructure and services.

Kamativi Mining Company (KMC), a collaboration between China’s Yahua Group and Zimbabwean partner Defold Mine (Private) Limited, has invested upwards of US$100 million in the initial phase of its lithium project.

After halting operations in 1994 because of a sharp decline in tin prices, the mine is now pivoting towards lithium extraction, with plans to invest a total of US$249 million.

Since resuming operations in September 2022, KMC has generated around 300 direct jobs and more than 1,000 indirect jobs through contractors.

The company has also contributed over US$8 million in taxes to Zimbabwe’s treasury.

THE REOPENING of Kamativi Mine has revitalised this once-neglected mining town, creating over 1,200 jobs and pouring millions into local infrastructure and services. Kamativi Mining Company (KMC), a collaboration between China’s Yahua Group and Zimbabwean partner Defold Mine (Private) Limited, has...

22/05/2025

A GROUNDBREAKING dry grinding machine, crafted by Zimbabwean engineer Zvikomborero Lazarus Duri, is set to transform cement and gold production by dramatically cutting down on energy use and carbon emissions.

At the 6th Advanced Chemistry World Congress in London, Eng. Duri, along with Dr. Rajesh Arora and Dr. Naveen B.P from Amity University, and Prof Quinton C Kanhukamwe of Harare institute of Technology unveiled the Duri High-Speed Blade Impact Powder Crusher.

This innovative machine is designed to improve the production of geopolymer materials by achieving a higher Blaine fineness—a key measure of particle surface area—more effectively than traditional grinding methods.

A GROUNDBREAKING dry grinding machine, crafted by Zimbabwean engineer Zvikomborero Lazarus Duri, is set to transform cement and gold production by dramatically cutting down on energy use and carbon emissions. At the 6th Advanced Chemistry World Congress in London, Eng. Duri, along with Dr. Rajesh Ar...

20/05/2025

EU-ZIMBABWE trade to hit US$1 billion: Ambassador Kirchmann

By Thomas Chidamba
Zimbabwe and European Union countries are poised to reach US$1 billion in trade investment as confidence grows in the Southern African country as a trading destination.

Speaking at the EU-ZIMBABWE Business Forum 2025 in Harare, EU Ambassador Jobst von Kirchmann expressed confidence in Zimbabwe's business environment.

The forum, themed Unlocking Trade Investment under the Global Gateway Initiative, aims to foster trade and investment.

Ambassador Kirchmann noted that the time is ripe for EU companies to invest heavily in Zimbabwe.

"I am confident we will reach the US$1 billion goal for trade and investment with the EU.

"The positive growth in EU-Zimbabwe trade and investment over the past year led us to bring EU companies to Zimbabwe.

"EU companies are now fully committed to investing in Zimbabwe," he stated.

The inaugural EU-ZIMBABWE Business Forum 2025 marks a significant milestone in strengthening EU-Zimbabwe trade and investment ties.

19/05/2025

https://zimining.co.zw/mutapa-investment-fund-drives-economic-revival-through-strategic-investments/

By Itai Mazire THE MUTAPA Investment Fund (MIF) is ramping up its efforts to breathe new life into Zimbabwe’s economy, pouring significant investments into crucial sectors like energy, mining, and agriculture in the first quarter of 2025. Under the guidance of CEO John Mangudya, MIF has set an amb...

19/05/2025

THE ZIMBABWEAN government is ramping up efforts to combat gold smuggling, which is estimated to cost the nation over $1.5 billion annually, by urging all gold producers to channel their output through the state-run Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR).

During the recent Gold Mobilisation Send-Off workshop, Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando highlighted just how crucial the gold sector is to Zimbabwe’s economy.

He pointed out that gold plays a vital role in backing the country’s currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), and that processing all gold through FGR is essential for maintaining economic stability.

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THE ZIMBABWEAN government is ramping up efforts to combat gold smuggling, which is estimated to cost the nation over $1.5 billion annually, by urging all gold producers to channel their output through the state-run Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR). During the recent Gold Mobilisation Send-Off workshop,....

19/05/2025

IN LIGHT of Zimbabwe’s growing energy needs and the ongoing power outages, NexusCon Technologies is stepping up to provide reliable solar solutions tailored for both homes and businesses.

As the country faces an energy crisis characterised by load shedding and an inconsistent electricity supply, the demand for alternative energy sources has skyrocketed.

NexusCon Technologies is responding to this challenge by offering efficient and trustworthy solar energy solutions that cater to the distinct needs of households and enterprises.

IN LIGHT of Zimbabwe’s growing energy needs and the ongoing power outages, NexusCon Technologies is stepping up to provide reliable solar solutions tailored for both homes and businesses. As the country faces an energy crisis characterised by load shedding and an inconsistent electricity supply, t...

07/05/2025

By Itai Mazire
Government empowerment initiatives and strengthened formalization efforts for small-scale miners are bearing fruits with a significant increase in gold deliveries of exceeding 8 tonnes in the first quarter of this year.

Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando made the revelations during the 2025 first quarter gold mobilisation sent off workshop.

“A closer production analysis reveals a familiar pattern that highlights the critical role played by our small-scale producers.

“In January, February, March and April 2025 their contributions were a substantial 2.27 tonnes, 1.64 tonnes, 1.86 tonnes and 2.92 tonnes respectively showing an average monthly contribution of 68 percent production.

By Itai Mazire Government empowerment initiatives and strengthened formalization efforts for small-scale miners are bearing fruits with a significant increase in gold deliveries of exceeding 8 tonnes in the first quarter of this year. Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando made the r...

14/04/2025

THE Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers (ZIE) has intensified its call for mandatory registration of all engineers practicing in the country, warning that unregistered individuals risk disciplinary action and could be operating illegally under national law

At a World Engineering Day event held at Chinhoyi University of Technology, Dr. Wilson Banda, ZIE’s Membership, Services and Training Officer, stressed the importance of registration for all engineering professionals, including those in academia and foreign nationals, to maintain high professional standards throughout the sector.

THE Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers (ZIE) has intensified its call for mandatory registration of all engineers practicing in the country, warning that unregistered individuals risk disciplinary action and could be operating illegally under national law. At a World Engineering Day event held at Chi...

14/04/2025

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