Zimbabwe’s mineral export revenues jumped 84% in the first half of 2026, reaching a record US$2.53 billion, according to official statistics cited by The Herald.
The figure marks a sharp acceleration from the US$1.38 billion recorded in the same period last year, driven by a combination of higher international commodity prices and increased production volumes.
07 billion in the first five months of 2026, fueled by surging global prices and expanded output.
The surge extends a trend of record-breaking earnings from the sector.
Earlier this year, gold export earnings alone reached US$3.07 billion in the first five months of 2026, fueled by surging global prices and expanded output.
The latest half-year data confirms that the mining sector remains the primary engine of foreign currency inflows for the economy, despite broader structural challenges.
However, the rapid expansion of mining activity has come with significant social and environmental costs.