About Bikita Minerals
A century-old operation built for the energy transition
From our roots in Glencova, Masvingo, to global partnerships with glass, ceramics, and battery pioneers, Bikita Minerals combines deep geology expertise with resilient, community-first values.
Who We Are
Bikita Minerals, we are more than just a mining company; we are a catalyst for positive change in the global lithium industry. With a rich history spanning over a century, Bikita Minerals has been at the forefront of lithium mining, pioneering sustainable practices, and fostering partnerships that drive progress and prosperity for all stakeholders.
Established in the early 1900s and modernised for new energy markets, Bikita Minerals is Zimbabwe's longest-running hard-rock lithium mine. We specialise in petalite, spodumene, and tantalum concentrates, with innovation and environmental stewardship embedded in our daily decisions.
Our teams span geology, process engineering, ESG, and digital operations, ensuring every shipment is traceable, reliable, and aligned to customer specs.
Our Story
Founded over a century ago in the heart of Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, Bikita Minerals has evolved from a modest mining operation into a world-leading producer of lithium minerals. Throughout our journey, we have weathered challenges, embraced opportunities, and remained steadfast in our commitment to responsible resource extraction and environmental stewardship.
Our Mission
Our mission at Bikita Minerals is to lead the lithium mining industry with integrity, innovation, and sustainability. We strive to maximize the value of our resources while minimizing our environmental footprint, creating lasting benefits for our communities, and contributing to a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.
Community Engagement
We believe that our success is intertwined with the prosperity of the communities where we operate. Through our corporate social responsibility programs, we actively engage with local stakeholders to address socio-economic challenges, promote education, healthcare, and economic empowerment, and foster long-term partnerships for sustainable development.
Key Statistics
- Years of continuous operation
- 100+
- Export destinations served
- 30+
- Operational workforce
- 1,800
- Women in technical leadership
- 35%
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In the words of our CEO
"Bikita Minerals is proof that local ownership, global partnerships, and relentless innovation can align. Our responsibility is to deliver lithium and tantalum the world depends on, while uplifting the communities who sustain us."— Tendai Moyo, Chief Executive Officer
Timeline
From pioneering to global collaboration
1910s - 1960s
Bikita mine established; petalite production scales to serve global glass and ceramics industries.
1980s - 2000s
Major plant modernisation, new pits opened, and tantalum recovery introduced with traceability controls.
2010s
Automation upgrades, data historians, and solar integration strengthen supply security.
2020s and beyond
Spodumene expansion, downstream partnerships with cathode players, and scaled ESG reporting to international standards.
Leadership & Governance
Our board, executive committee, and functional leads combine mining, finance, ESG, procurement, and technology backgrounds from across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Independent committees oversee safety, audit, ethics, and transformation goals.
- • Independent audit & risk committee with quarterly site reviews.
- • External whistleblower hotline managed by third-party legal partners.
- • Supplier code aligned with OECD responsible mineral sourcing.
- • ESG dashboard reviewed against UN Global Compact metrics.
Global Reach
Strategic supply relationships span Africa, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia-Pacific. We support glass manufacturers, ceramics producers, EV supply chains, and specialty alloy innovators.
Glass & Ceramics
Premium petalite exported to Europe, USA, and Asia for high-clarity glass, induction cooktops, and kiln furniture.
Battery & Energy Storage
Spodumene and petalite supporting cathode precursors in Asia-Pacific and emerging giga factories across Africa.
Electronics & Alloys
Conflict-free tantalum supplying specialty alloy makers and capacitor manufacturers in the EU and US.
Research & Innovation
Joint R&D with universities and labs on new downstream processes, recycling, and low-carbon logistics.
Work with us
Ready to create the next chapter together?
Speak to our commercial, ESG, or technical teams about product supply, community programmes, or collaborative innovation.