Online Reporter
MINER Duration Gold has confirmed that court proceedings following a recent invasion of its Vubachikwe Gwanda operations will commence on Monday, 2 February as the company moves to resolve the matter through formal legal channels.
Speaking on behalf of the company, Duration Gold spokesperson Mr Robert Mukondiwa said the miner would be limiting its public commentary while the issue is before the courts. He stressed that the decision reflects respect for due process and confidence in Zimbabwe’s legal institutions.
“As this matter is now in the hands of the courts, we do not have much comment to offer at this stage,” Mr Mukondiwa said.
“We have full confidence in the capable national judiciary and remain optimistic that respect for property rights exists and will continue to be upheld in Zimbabwe.”
Mr Mukondiwa said the company is eager to move beyond the disruption and refocus on its long-term vision for Vubachikwe Mine, which he described as a strategic national asset with significant growth potential.
“We are raring to go,” he said.
“Once this issue is behind us, our attention will be firmly fixed on a clear development blueprint that will see meaningful funds invested into Vubachikwe Mine. This will pave the way for increased production and, importantly, open up more employment opportunities for workers drawn from the surrounding community.”
He added that Duration Gold is already planning enhanced security arrangements to safeguard operations in the post-invasion period, noting that stability is essential for sustained investment and productivity.
“Greater security measures are being lined up once the court process is wrapped up,” Mr Mukondiwa said.
“This is about protecting our people, our infrastructure, and the long-term viability of the mine.”
Positioning Vubachikwe within the broader national economic agenda, Mr Mukondiwa said the company is encouraged by prevailing gold prices and believes the mine can play a meaningful role in supporting the country’s fiscus.
“With current gold prices, we are confident that Vubachikwe will join its contemporaries in producing gold at levels that contribute positively to the national purse,” he said. “This is about responsible mining, national development, and ensuring that Zimbabwe’s natural resources work for the benefit of its people.”
Mr Mukondiwa concluded by reaffirming Duration Gold’s commitment to operating within the law and contributing to Zimbabwe’s economic growth once normal operations resume.
