Kamativi Mining Company (KMC), a leading lithium producer, has been honored with the prestigious ESG Excellence in Community Empowerment and Social Impact Award. This recognition highlights KMC’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development, responsible mining practices, and meaningful engagement with local communities.
The award, presented by the ESG Network, acknowledges KMC’s outstanding initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods, strengthening community resilience, and fostering long-term socio-economic growth. Through its comprehensive community empowerment programs, KMC has demonstrated its dedication to creating lasting positive impact.
KMC’s community empowerment programs include education support, skills development, health and wellness initiatives, and local enterprise promotion. The company’s commitment to social corporate responsibility is evident in its investment in women empowerment projects such as poultry farming, water projects, offering educational scholarships, community medical outreach programs, and infrastructure development for the Kamativi Community.
“KMC remains committed to advancing its ESG framework and continuing to partner with stakeholders to build stronger, thriving communities,” said KMC officials.
This recognition reinforces KMC’s position as a leader in responsible corporate citizenship within the mining sector. Notably, KMC has had a remarkable year, having also won the Region 3 Customs Award for Exporters and the Taxpayer Appreciation Award 2025 from ZIMRA.
Kamativi Mining Company is a lithium mining operation in Hwange District, established as a joint venture between Sichuan PD Technology Group, a subsidiary of the Chinese-listed Yahua Group, and Defold Mine (Private) Limited. The company’s ongoing social responsibility initiatives continue to transform lives and strengthen the bonds between industry and community.