Nasdaq-listed mining company Namib Minerals’ How Mine in Bulawayo has achieved a major operational milestone, surpassing one million fatality-free shifts, Mines and Minerals Resources can report.
This remarkable achievement underscores the company’s strong commitment to maintaining world-class safety standards at its flagship Zimbabwean gold operation — a crucial factor for investors focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance.
The milestone comes just months after Namib Minerals (NAMM) completed its business combination with a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) and listed on the Nasdaq in June 2025, positioning itself as a leading African gold producer. Maintaining an exemplary safety record is vital as the company navigates global capital markets and implements its ambitious expansion strategy.
Safety performance — often measured through indicators such as the Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR) and fatality-free shifts — directly influences operational efficiency and investor confidence. The success at How Mine, which has produced approximately 1.82 million ounces of gold since 1941, reflects the effective implementation of rigorous safety systems and strong management oversight.
While celebrating this achievement, Namib Minerals continues to advance its growth strategy. The company is currently conducting comprehensive feasibility studies on its Redwing and Mazowe Gold assets in Zimbabwe, with the goal of bringing these properties into production.
Maintaining exceptional safety standards while expanding operations remains a top priority for Namib Minerals, as it strives to meet production targets and enhance shareholder value amid a robust global gold market.
The company’s emphasis on its “Zero Harm” philosophy forms a cornerstone of its identity, reinforcing its commitment to responsible mining and sustainable investment across its Southern African portfolio.
By Tinotenda Sungiso