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Zimbabwe: Chinese-owned Sabi Star lithium mine linked to education disruption, displacement, unfulfilled compensation agreements
This story tracks the impacts of the Chinese-owned Sabi Star lithium mine in Zimbabwe. Built in 2022 by Power China, the vast mine spans 2,637 hectares in Manicaland province and is designed to produce 900,000 tonnes of ore per year. It is owned by Max Mind Investments, the subsidiary of Chengxin Lithium Group.
The mine's operations have been linked to disruptions in local children's education and the displacement of numerous families from their homes and agricultural lands. Concerns have been raised about the company's unfulfilled promises to adequately compensate relocated households.
Sabi Star Lithium Mine on ZELA's ESG tracker
Read more about allegations related to Sabi Star Lithium Mine on ZELA's ESG tracker