Country Report
Zimbabwe
Overview
Zimbabwe has significant lithium deposits (among Africa's largest) and is a major diamond producer. The lithium sector has attracted Chinese investment for EV battery supply chains. Governance concerns, labor rights, and artisanal mining conditions are recurring themes. Corruption risks and unequal benefit-sharing have been documented in the mining sector.
Map & Major Mines
Major mining areas: Bikita (lithium), Arcturus, Goromonzi; Marange (diamonds).
Major Players
Companies: Sinomine (Bikita), Zhejiang Huayou, Prospect Resources, ZCDC (diamonds)
Governing Bodies: Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe