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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 37812, member: 636"]
Eight families face removal from the land they have lived on since 2000 at George Nollen Farm in Bikita. A lithium mining firm claims this area belongs to its business. The families farmed here for over twenty years as part of Zimbabwe's land reforms. Chief Marozva said legal talks continue about what happens next. The mining company promised to pay all costs for moving these people elsewhere.

Resident Caroline Zinyemba worries about fair treatment during the move. Another resident, Loice Tsinyamai, asked the government to help them. They fear officials might side with the mining interests instead. Their local council member reported the case to Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights. Community groups say forcing people off their land breaks their basic rights.

Similar problems occur in Malipati, where village leaders pressure people to give up land to investors. Lawyers sent letters demanding these practices stop immediately. The government must balance business needs against the rights of long-term residents. Evictions often lead to harsh treatment of settlers who resist. Both communities wait to learn if they can stay on the lands they call home.
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