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THE 11th edition of the Mining Media Awards (MMA) has seen an overwhelming response from journalists eager to be recognised for their contributions to the mining sector.
In a statement, Minex public relations and communications executive Moses Charedzera said that the response to the call for entries for the MMA had vastly exceeded expectations this year.
“The response to the call for entries for the Mining Media Awards has been quite overwhelming this year. We have exceeded our target of 80 entries by 20 percent with a total of 98 entries compared to the 78 entries received the previous year.
“This is quite pleasing and we would like to thank all the journalists who submitted their work. The competition will be quite stiff this year as shown by the increase in numbers and we are confident that only the best will be rewarded and honoured,” said Charedzera.
This year, the main focus of most journalists was Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), which received the most entries at 26, followed by lithium, small-scale and artisanal miners, gold, diamond, platinum, coal, gas, and lastly, chrome.
The winners in each category will be announced at the MMA ceremony on 15 November 2024 in Harare.
Charedzera said the adjudication team is set to meet next week to determine the winners of the MMA.
“The adjudication process will consider various factors such as accuracy, depth of reporting, investigative skills, and the ability to shed light on critical issues within each sector of the mining industry.
“The team will carefully review each submission, considering its impact, originality, and contribution to fostering transparency, sustainability, and responsible mining practices,” he said.
Charedzera said the MMA continues to set the standard for excellence in mining journalism, inspiring journalists to push boundaries, uncover stories, and make a lasting impact on the industry and society as a whole.
The president of the Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe (AMJZ) Tafadzwa Dube also expressed delight at the overwhelming response to this year’s MMA entries.
He said that the 20 percent jump in entries indicates increased commitment from journalists.
“As the Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe, we are delighted with the overwhelming response to this year’s Mining Media Awards entries.
“The 20 percent increase in entries is a testament to the growing commitment and passion within our community of journalists.
“This remarkable progress reflects our dedication to covering important issues in the mining sector and highlights the relevance of our work in promoting transparency, responsible reporting, and development in the industry.
“We commend all journalists for their outstanding efforts and look forward to celebrating their achievements at this year’s awards,” he said.
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