Business Correspondent
HWANGE – Zimbabwe’s coal sector is showing significant signs of resurgence, with Hwange-based Miner, Mutagech Logistics, ramping up production to capitalize on growing regional demand.
The mine is now producing approximately 60,000 tonnes of coal per month. A substantial portion of this output—up to 40,000 tonnes of high-value coking coal—is targeted for export markets in South Africa and Zambia.
Project Engineer Donald Nkosana highlighted the strategic importance of these exports for the national economy.
“Most of our valuable coking coal is sold externally, bringing in much-needed foreign currency which supports the country’s economic growth and Vision 2030 aspirations,” Nkosana stated.
Beyond its economic contribution, the project has become a critical source of employment in the Hwange district, creating nearly 300 jobs. The company reports that 80 percent of its workforce is sourced from surrounding villages in the Lukosi area.
The impact on local livelihoods has been profound. Employees report that the stable income has enabled them to better support their families.
“Because of the employment here, we are now able to send our children to school as well as buy medications and other necessities at home,” shared one local worker.
The success at Mutagech Logistics aligns with national projections, as Zimbabwe’s total coal output is forecast to rise by over 10 percent in 2025, exceeding six million tonnes.
This recovery underscores the mineral’s continued role in powering the national grid and supporting industrial development.
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