Bindura damage sparks illegal mining task force

Cabinet approved a national task force to combat illegal mining, following a presentation by Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe on the impact in Bindura and across the country. The task force will address damage caused by unregulated mining. Garwe's report revealed extensive environmental destruction, prompting the government to tighten controls and coordinate enforcement across law enforcement, environmental agencies, and local authorities. The task force aims to restore order, protect state revenues, and support local authorities. The move signals a centralized response to illegal mining, which has outpaced local enforcement capacity.