• 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
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.
UPDATES
Ministry of Mines and Mining Development Celebrates Hon. Minister Dr. Eng. Polite Kambamura’s Academic Achievement
Site visit at Freda Rebecca Mine
Mine Entra 2026
ZITF 2026
The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development extends its warmest congratulations to Hon. Minister Dr. Eng. Polite Kambamura on the outstanding achievement of attaining a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Governance from Africa University.
This milestone is a reflection of his unwavering commitment to academic excellence, professional growth, and the pursuit of knowledge that strengthens leadership in the mining sector and beyond. His dedication to continuous learning serves as an inspiration to the Ministry, the mining industry, and the nation at large.
We are confident that the knowledge and skills acquired will further enhance his capacity to drive sustainable development, sound policy formulation, and effective governance in the mining sector.
The Ministry proudly celebrates this achievement and wishes Hon. Minister Dr. Eng. Polite Kambamura continued success in his service to the nation.
Honourable Minister of Mines and Mining Development Dr Eng Polite Kambamura conducted a technical site visit at Freda Rebecca Mine, engaging with management and engineers to assess operations, review safety standards, and explore opportunities for enhanced production and sustainable mining practices.
The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development is proud to announce its participation in the 2026 edition of Mine Entra, held at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo. This premier mining exhibition provides a platform to showcase Zimbabwe’s vision for sustainable mineral exploration, beneficiation, and innovation, while engaging with industry leaders, investors, and stakeholders
The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development is delighted to participate in the 2026 Harare Agricultural Show, showcasing Zimbabwe’s mineral wealth, beneficiation strategies, and commitment to sustainable resource management alongside key national development initiatives.
