Mining Index Zimbabwe

RioZim sinks deeper into the red

- Local -
June 8, 2026

RioZim’s financial troubles deepened in the 12 months to December 2025 after the resources group reported a wider loss amid a sharp decline in gold production, persistent operational disruptions and ongoing funding constraints, it has emerged.

The diversified miner has endured years of financial and operational challenges, leaving it trapped in a cycle of recurring losses and struggling to unlock value from its mining assets.

Foreign currency shortages, delayed payments from.

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