Bikita Minerals have initiated their borehole drilling project across the province, installing 14 boreholes in Bikita West, 6 in Masvingo West, and 6 in Masvingo North. Additionally, they plan to drill 10 more boreholes in Bikita South and East. Mine Manager David Mwanza emphasized their objective to uplift marginalized communities through income-generating projects and access to clean water.
Bikita Minerals, a lithium mining company owned by Sinomine Resource Group, is dedicated to improving clean water accessibility in Masvingo province. The mine, committed to expanding access to basic necessities, is now focused on enhancing water access, especially in rural villages.
As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, Bikita Minerals upholds the belief that “water is life.” Their aim is to reduce the distance to water sources, particularly in rural areas, to less than a kilometer. This approach enables families to engage in green gardening, improve nutrition, and prevent disease outbreaks.
Villagers in Bikita West and Masvingo expressed their excitement and praised the company for this kind gesture. Villagers stated that the positive changes brought about by the new owners, Sinomine, in just two years, surpassed the cumulative efforts of all previous owners.
SIMILAR PROJECTS THAT BIKITA MINERALS IS INVOLVED IN.
Bikita Minerals is actively involved in various CSR initiatives across the province, striving to uplift marginalized groups and improve livelihoods. Recent endeavors include road upgrades and ensuring access to healthcare facilities. Some of the boreholes drilled in Bikita West and Masvingo utilize solar power, promoting sustainable and clean energy solutions.
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Furthermore, the mining company is working on a power line project from Tokwe-Bikita. This endeavor aims to enhance power supply in at least three districts in Masvingo Province, namely Gutu, Zaka, and Bikita, further contributing to the overall development and well-being of the region.
Bikita Minerals’ commitment to improving water access and livelihoods reflects their dedication to sustainable development and the well-being of the community they serve in Masvingo Province.
