US false flag on Zimbabwe lithium: Case of fighting China's rise and development of Zimbabwe

The report emerges at a specific strategic moment. China currently controls over 70% of global lithium processing and 86% of critical mineral refining.
By Donald Jairos 22h ago

The so-called ‘China minerals mafia’ report — A smear campaign against Zimbabwe and Africa’s development

The report spreads falsehoods about labor and environmental abuses, using isolated incidents to smear an entire industry — like judging a whole orchard by one rotten apple.

Premier African Minerals secures £1m funding

The company said construction of the spodumene flotation plant is progressing well, alongside upgrades to improve reliability and efficiency.
By Business Reporter Apr. 28, 2026

Beyond emotion: Restoring the true economic logic of Zimbabwe’s lithium sector

Mining is a sector dependent on precise economic calculations and long-term strategic planning. 
By Tapiwa Morgan Makoni Apr. 24, 2026

Chinese investors assume 100% control of biggest lithium mine

China-headquartered resources group Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt has moved to full control of Zimbabwe’s largest lithium operation, tightening its grip on a strategic asset at a time
By Blessed Ndlovu Apr. 24, 2026

Premier expects to resume lithium exports soon

In February, the government halted the export of lithium concentrates and other raw minerals, including consignments already in transit
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 20, 2026

Why not now? A realistic roadmap for Zimbabwe's lithium economy

Lithium-battery production is extremely power-intensive and unforgiving of instability. 

From diamonds to lithium: Africa’s chance to rewrite the resource story

The allocation will now reach 40% after the same period. The deal was seen as critical for the southern African country since its economy is largely dependent on the export of diamonds.
By Farai Mabeza Apr. 16, 2026

Africa’s chance to rewrite the resource story from diamonds to lithium

This move aims to secure economic sovereignty and greater control over the diamond value chain, with potential financing secured from partners like the Oman sovereign wealth fund.
By Farai Mabeza Apr. 16, 2026