Zimplats’ Mupani Mine received a top safety award from the Association of Mine Managers of Zimbabwe for its technological advancements. The mine was recognized for deploying autonomous dump trucks underground, an innovation that established a global benchmark for room and pillar operations.
Alfred Chinyere, the association’s chairman, reported that while overall industry safety performance declined to 41 percent, the fatal incident rate from ground falls decreased. He commended Mupani Mine’s consistency and significant investment in safety technology, which eliminated worker exposure in automated haulage zones. Ayrshire Mine was also acknowledged as the most improved operation.
Alfred Chinyere, the association’s chairman, reported that while overall industry safety performance declined to 41 percent, the fatal incident rate from ground falls decreased. He commended Mupani Mine’s consistency and significant investment in safety technology, which eliminated worker exposure in automated haulage zones. Ayrshire Mine was also acknowledged as the most improved operation.
