Esigodini, Umzingwane District, Matabeleland South info@howminezw.com
How Mine gold operation near Bulawayo in Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe
Producing since 1941

How Mine — Zimbabwe's Flagship Gold Mine

Over eight decades of trusted gold production.

A flagship producing gold mine recognised as one of Zimbabwe's most established gold operations — delivering steady, reliable output since 1941 while embedding modern ESG practices and community partnerships into everything we do.

1941
Greenfield discovery
80+
Years of production
1.8Moz
Gold produced 1941–2023
22km
Southeast of Bulawayo
A Legacy You Can Rely On

A rich mining heritage with a forward-looking growth plan

With a proud production history spanning more than eight decades, How Mine has delivered steady, reliable gold output since 1941 — roughly 1.8 million ounces of gold produced between 1941 and 2023. Today we continue to generate dependable cash flow while embedding modern environmental, social and governance practices into our operation.

Few gold operations in Zimbabwe can point to a record as enduring as ours. That longevity is the product of a high-quality orebody, disciplined operating practices, and a workforce rooted in the surrounding communities of the Umzingwane District.

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Entrance gate at How Mine gold operation in Zimbabwe
Est. 1941Flagship gold mine
Why How Mine

Strength built on a proven track record

A cornerstone of formal gold production in Matabeleland South — combining heritage, strategic location and a disciplined plan for growth.

Proven Track Record

More than 1.8 million ounces of gold produced since 1941, making How Mine one of Zimbabwe's longest-running and most established gold mines.

Strategic Location

Situated 22 km southeast of Bulawayo with established road links, grid power and processing infrastructure in a mining-friendly jurisdiction.

Built for Growth

A significant production increase is planned over the next two to three years, supported by a mill expansion and optimised processing capacity.

Community at the Core

From sponsoring sport to running community programmes and safety training, How Mine invests in the people and places that make the operation possible.

Our Operation at a Glance

The essentials, at a glance

Location
22 km SE of Bulawayo, Umzingwane District
Mining Area
2,408 hectares
Established
1941 (greenfield discovery)
Mining Methods
Open-pit & underground
Historical Production
~1.8M oz gold (1941–2023)
Current Owner
Namib Minerals (since 2025)
Open-pit mining equipment at How Mine gold operation
Growing Responsibly

An ambitious but disciplined growth strategy

Our mill expansion and processing optimisation are designed to lift production sustainably, while the planned restart of the nearby Mazowe and Redwing mines will leverage shared infrastructure to deliver scalable, long-term output.

As we grow, our commitment to safe operations, responsible environmental stewardship and genuine community partnership grows with us.

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Let's build something lasting together

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