Perceptions over the introduction of a Chinese mining company in Murewa District, Ward 24.

Abstract

This research aimed to assess the perceptions over the introduction of a Chinese mining company in Murewa District, Ward 24. After reading some literature on China Africa relations, the researcher noted the relationship is of a horse and a rider. China’s economy is growing, thus, it is stretching into Africa for resources, particularly in Zimbabwe. The researcher employed qualitative research methodology, with a case study as a research design. The researcher used both primary and secondary data. For primary data, the researcher went into the field doing in-depth interviews, focus group discussions as well as observational analysis, whereas for secondary data, the researcher consulted other scholars who had already looked at China-Africa relations. Following the discussion and analysis of findings, this research concluded that, the community of Murewa District ward 29 did not welcome the introduction of the Chinese mining company since their hopes for employment were shattered, there was no community development among other aspects. The researcher also observed that there was massive land degradation. Following the research conclusions, this study recommends that, there should be rules on who qualifies to get employed where there are companies operating in their communities. To enhance community development, companies should be willing to upgrade the community before starting to operate. Also, this study recommends that, there should be stiffer penalties to those who may cause massive land degradation during operations.