CAPE TOWN, South Africa, September 26, 2025 – Zimbabwe will take center stage at African Mining Week 2025, as the nation’s Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Polite Kambamura, confirms his participation as a featured speaker.
The high-level engagement comes at a pivotal time for Zimbabwe’s mining sector, which is undergoing rapid transformation fueled by lithium development, gold production, and sweeping policy reforms designed to attract global investment.
The Deputy Minister’s address at African Mining Week 2025 will focus on Zimbabwe’s mining reforms, new opportunities for investors, and the country’s efforts to boost value addition in its mineral sector.
His participation underscores Zimbabwe’s intent to showcase its vast resource potential to international financiers, operators, and policymakers gathering in Cape Town from October 1–3, 2025.
Zimbabwe’s Mining Boom
Zimbabwe’s mining industry is entering a new phase of accelerated growth. Mineral exports rose by 27% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, with full-year revenues projected to reach between $6.2 billion and $6.5 billion.
The government is targeting 7% sector growth this year, supported by strong gold and coal performance alongside the rapid rise of lithium.
Backed by more than $1 billion in Chinese investment, Zimbabwe is scaling up lithium production through new processing facilities at Bikita and Sandawana.
These developments position the country as Africa’s leading lithium producer and a crucial supplier of critical minerals for the global energy transition.
At African Mining Week 2025, Deputy Minister Kambamura is expected to emphasize how lithium exports and beneficiation are reshaping Zimbabwe’s role in international supply chains.
Flagship Mining Projects
Several high-profile mining projects illustrate Zimbabwe’s expanding potential. Tharisa’s Karo Platinum Mine is set for commissioning in 2025, while platinum giant Zimplats advances the Mupani Mine, targeting 2.2 million tons of annual production.
These projects, alongside investments in gold, coal, and diamonds, demonstrate strong investor confidence in the market.
The government is further consolidating gains by modernizing the regulatory framework.
The recent gazetting of a new Mines and Minerals Bill and the launch of a digital mining cadaster system are enhancing transparency, streamlining licensing, and strengthening oversight.
These reforms will be key talking points at African Mining Week 2025, where Zimbabwe will present itself as a reliable partner for global investors.
Record Performance in Gold and Lithium
Zimbabwe’s gold sector has delivered impressive results. Deliveries to Fidelity Gold Refinery surged by nearly 46% in the first half of 2025, buoyed by artisanal miners and high global prices.
Lithium, meanwhile, is driving resilience against commodity volatility, with concentrate exports rising 30% in the same period.
These trends highlight the strength and diversity of Zimbabwe’s mineral portfolio, reinforcing its appeal to investors attending African Mining Week 2025.
Strategic Opportunities Ahead
With capital expenditure projected at $600 million this year and mining employment expected to expand by 3%, Zimbabwe is opening doors to both large-scale and mid-tier investors.
Opportunities exist across lithium, PGMs, coal, gold, and diamonds, with downstream beneficiation and infrastructure expansion offering additional entry points.
Deputy Minister Kambamura’s participation at African Mining Week 2025 provides a timely platform to articulate Zimbabwe’s vision for sustainable growth, investor-friendly reforms, and regional integration.
By aligning policy and investment strategies, Zimbabwe is positioning itself as one of Africa’s most dynamic and competitive mining markets.
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Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.
SOURCE: Energy Capital & Power
