Environment
Water stewardship, climate resilience, biodiversity protection, and responsible tailings management.
- 65% of power from solar
- Water recycling rate > 70%
- Progressive rehabilitation plan
ESG at Bikita Minerals
Sustainable lithium, anchored in community and governance
We are committed to delivering lithium and tantalum that accelerate the energy transition, while protecting the environment, investing in people, and strengthening governance across our value chain.
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Our pillars
Environmental, social, and governance foundations
ESG is integrated into mine planning, plant operations, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement. Each pillar is measured, audited, and reported to our board and communities.
Social
Inclusive employment, health & safety, education, water access, and community enterprise support.
- 40 community programmes
- STEM labs and scholarships
- Clinic upgrades and mobile care
Governance
Board oversight, ethics, data transparency, responsible sourcing, and stakeholder accountability.
- Independent audit committee
- Whistleblower mechanism
- Supplier ESG scorecards
2024 impact metrics
Measured progress across Masvingo and beyond
15
New boreholes commissioned for villages around Bikita and Ndanga.
8
STEM laboratories equipped at secondary schools with solar power.
26%
Reduction in CO2 intensity per tonne of concentrate shipped.
Programmes
Transforming intent into action
Our ESG roadmap supports local priorities while meeting international standards. Each initiative is co-designed with community leaders, regulators, and partners.
Water resilience initiative
Borehole drilling, solar pumps, and water quality monitoring with local councils. Real-time telemetry alerts for maintenance. Community water committees formed in each ward.
Heritage road rehabilitation
Upgrading access roads to Nyika-Kamungoma National Monument, improving tourism and trade. 20 km resurfaced with drainage improvements. Wildlife crossings and erosion control installed.
Healthcare partnerships
Funding urgent medical care, supplying clinics, and supporting mobile health outreach. Maternal health transport vouchers. Annual medical outreach reaching 18 000 residents.
Youth skills accelerator
Scholarships, artisan training, and entrepreneurship support for youth in Masvingo Province. Apprenticeships within mining and engineering teams. Micro-grants for community enterprises.
Governance, assurance, and reporting
ESG oversight rests with the board ESG committee, supported by risk, audit, and operational leads. We align to IFC Performance Standards, ISO 14001, and the Responsible Minerals Initiative.
- • Quarterly ESG dashboards reviewed by board and community forums.
- • Annual sustainability report aligned to GRI and TCFD principles.
- • Supplier ESG scorecards integrated into procurement decisions.
- • Whistleblower hotline managed by independent ethics partners.
Key policies
- • Environmental and biodiversity management plan.
- • Social performance and community engagement standard.
- • Code of ethics and anti-corruption policy.
- • Human rights and responsible sourcing charter.
Collaboration
Working with local and global partners
We create shared value through partnerships with government, civil society, academic institutions, and our supplier network.
Government & regulators
Collaborating on compliance, infrastructure, and national development priorities.
Communities & leaders
Traditional authorities, ward committees, and CSOs co-design programmes and monitor impact.
Academic & innovation labs
Joint research on water treatment, biodiversity, and low-carbon processing.
Global customers
ESG due diligence, supply chain traceability, and product stewardship with major downstream partners.
Partner for positive impact
Let’s scale responsible lithium together
Talk to our ESG specialists about partnerships, impact reporting, and community investment opportunities.