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Transforming Zimbabwe's Mining Sector: The Role of Digitalization in Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: Systematic Literature Review

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  • Golden Mashiri

    (ZCAS University)

  • Blessed Mhonderwa

    (University of Pretoria, Zambia)

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Zimbabwe's mining industry plays a crucial role in the national economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. However, the sector faces challenges including environmental concerns, outdated operational practices, and safety issues that result in injuries and loss of lives. This systematic literature review examines how digital technologies can transform Zimbabwe’s mining sector in line with the Vision 2030 smart mining agenda. Literature was gathered from databases including JSTOR, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect. The review identifies trends, benefits, and barriers to digital adoption. Findings indicate that the integration of technologies such as automation, data analytics, real-time monitoring systems, and communication technologies can significantly enhance operational efficiency, productivity, and safety within Zimbabwe’s mining sector.

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  • Golden Mashiri & Blessed Mhonderwa, 2025. "Transforming Zimbabwe's Mining Sector: The Role of Digitalization in Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: Systematic Literature Review," African Journal of Commercial Studies, African Journal of Commercial Studies, vol. 6(4).
    • Handle: RePEc:cwk:ajocsk:2025-88
    DOI: 10.59413/ajocs/v6.i4.16
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    1. Freeman Munisi Mateko, 2024. "Digital Technologies and Economic Development in Zimbabwe," Development, Palgrave Macmillan;Society for International Deveopment, vol. 67(1), pages 85-90, June.
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