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Zimbabwe's Gold Surge Is Being Driven From Below Ground Up

Jun 11, 2026

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Zimbabwe's Gold Surge Is Being Driven From Below Ground Up

Artisanal miners now account for more than two-thirds of national gold output. What that tells us about Zimbabwe's economic model, and the structural reforms still needed to sustain the momentum.

Africa INSIGHTS Editorial Team
Africa INSIGHTS Editorial Team

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