BOREHOLE DRILLLING: TENDER ADVERT ZELO/PROC/05/26 1.0 Background. The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Organisation (ZELO) invites qualified and experienced borehole drilling contractors to submit bids for hydrogeological surveying, drilling, development, testing, and completion of borehole in Bubi District at Dromoland Primary School. The borehole is intended for solar mechanization with a minimum required yield of 1.0 L/s […]
ZELO invites reputable and qualified suppliers for the supply and delivery of Grade 30 premix concrete for construction works at its construction site in Hatfield. 1. Scope of works The successful bidder shall supply and deliver: 185 cubic metres of Grade 30 premix concrete Concrete pumping services to site The quotation must clearly indicate the […]
In an unprecedented move, on 26 February 2026, Zimbabwe suspended the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect, pending further notice. The suspension also applied to minerals that were in transit for export. The press statement issued by the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development emphasises the commitment to “ensuring transparency, in-country value […]
By Mutuso Dhliwayo and Hazel Tariro Chimbiro The Business of Conservation Conference (BCC) aims to catalyze economic development through the sustainable utilisation of wildlife resources by convening influential leaders to collaborate in ways that promote and unlock the potential of the wildlife economy. It also aims to change the narrative about conservation to one where […]
Kamativi Lithium Mine prespares for IRMA Audit By Fadzai Midzi As Zimbabwe positions itself at the heart of the global energy transition which is set to lead nations to net zero economies and decarbonisation, the upcoming Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) audit of Kamativi Lithium Mine is shaping up to be a defining […]
By Kudakwashe Dube The growing global challenge known as the triple planetary crisis – climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution – continues to affect communities around the world. In Zimbabwe, mining activities in areas such as Bikita and across Masvingo Province have increasingly contributed to environmental degradation and raised significant human rights concerns, including displacement, […]
ZELO Statement on World Wildlife Day 2026 3 March 2026 Throughout history, wildlife has been integral to human well-being. As essential components of biodiversity, both animals and plants play an indispensable role in sustaining ecological balance. The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Organisation (ZELO) has consistently championed the preservation of wildlife, cognizant of the fact that challenges […]
By Joshua Machinga IntroductionThis writeup synthesizes key reflections on participation and process platforms, drawing from discussions at the 2026 Alternative Mining Indaba (AMI) and focusing on community engagement, youth inclusion, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. The insights aim to strengthen participatory processes and enhance the effectiveness of development platforms such as AMI, which positions itself as a […]
27 February 2026 The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Organisation (ZELO) views Government’s recent ban on the export of Lithium concentrate as a development which will help plug mineral leakages. Having identified the risks and vulnerabilities in the lithium sector in our recent Mine to Market Situational Report for critical minerals which tracked Zimbabwe’s Lithium supply and […]
Key takeaways from the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026 By Joshua Machinga The Mining Indaba 2026 (MI26) convened under the theme “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships,” underscored the critical role of collaboration in driving meaningful change and delivering benefits across Africa. On the opening day, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema delivered the keynote address, stressing […]