Ministry Vision
To promote sustainable investments, exploration, mining, value-addition and beneficiation, marketing and management of mineral resources for the benefit of all Zimbabweans.
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THE MINISTRY OF MINES AND MINING DEVELOPMENT
The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development has its key deliverable as the generation of revenue for the Nation of Zimbabwe through mining. In the whole mining value chain the Ministry does business with a variety of external and internal clients. The Ministry makes a commitment to provide a service to the specified quality standards and within stated time limits.
QUICK STATS
Zimbabwe Mineral Potential
Zimbabwe has a huge and highly diversified mineral resource base dominated by prominent geological features, namely, an expansive craton, widespread greenstone belts (also known as gold belts), the famous Great Dyke, Precambrian and Karoo basins and metamorphic belts. As a result of its good geology, the country has huge mineral potential characterized by about 60 economic minerals whose commercial profitability has been proven. The Great Dyke is a layered igneous complex extending north-south for about 550 km. The Great Dyke plays host to the world’s largest high grade chromite resource base. Zimbabwe has the world’s second largest resource of platinum group of metals as well as significant reserves of copper and nickel. With rock ages spanning a period of more than 3 billion years, Zimbabwe’s heterogeneous geological environment is favorable to occurrences of a variety of minerals and ore bodies.
• Who can mine in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwean citizens who are at least 18 years old can mine in the country if they follow the required procedures and regulations.
• What are the most popular minerals mined in Zimbabwe?
Gold is the most popular mineral mined in Zimbabwe, but the country also mines platinum group metals, chrome, coal, lithium, and diamonds.
• How can I sell my gold?
All gold mined in Zimbabwe is sold to Fidelity Gold Refiners (FGR).
• How can I find a market for other minerals?
The Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe (MMCZ) can help establish markets for minerals.
• What is a special grant?
A special grant is a type of mining title that allows the holder to mine in an area that is reserved for other land uses.
• How can I connect with investors?
The ZIDA Mining Claims Matchmaking Platform can help mining claim holders connect with potential investors.
• How do I renew my investment license?
An investment license must be renewed at least three months before it expires.
• What taxes apply to mining?
There is a special capital gains tax on the transfer of mining titles. There is also a levy on the sale of lithium, black granite, quarry stones, and cut and uncut dimensional stone
The Ministry welcomes constructive criticism and feedback about services, as well as appreciation and suggestions on how the Ministry might improve them and these can be directed to: –
The Secretary for Mines and Mining Development
7th Floor, Zimre Centre
Cnr Leopold Takawira Street/Kwame Nkrumah Avenue
Private Bag 7709 CY
Harare
General Line: +263-4-777022-4 Fax: +263-4-777044
UPDATES
“Stakeholders Unite for Sustainable Diamond Practices at ADPA Zimbabwe Roadshow
ZITF 2026
46th Independence Day Exhibition in Maphisa
Ministry of Mines Leads Stakeholder Consultations to Strengthen Zimbabwe School of Mines Training Capacity
Moments from ADPA Sustainable Diamond Standard Zimbabwe Roadshow workshop at Monomotapa Hotel, where stakeholders gathered to discuss and present on the agenda for sustainable diamond practices in Zimbabwe.
The Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Honourable Engineer Polite Kambamura [MP] at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF), under the theme: “Connected Economies, Competitive Industries.”
Taking place from April 20–25 in Bulawayo, the 2026 showcase focuses on regional integration, industrialisation, and enhancing global competitiveness through technology and trade.
At the 46th Zimbabwe Independence Day celebrations in Maphisa, the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development proudly participated and exhibited its work. The Ministry showcased Zimbabwe’s rich mineral resources, ongoing exploration projects, and investment opportunities in the mining sector. Their exhibition highlighted the role of mining in driving economic growth, job creation, and national development. By engaging with the public, the Ministry emphasized how responsible mining contributes to the country’s independence legacy and future prosperity.
A consultation conference was held by the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development in collaboration with the Zimbabwe School of Mines and the United Nations Development Programme to assess the institution’s overall performance and activities.
Key stakeholders were brought together for the engagement in order to evaluate current progress, discuss institutional and operational issues, and investigate workable, long-term ways to improve training capacity.