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Minerals and Metals
Agricultural Commodities

The mining sector is the engine of Zimbabwe’s export economy, contributing over 12% to GDP and accounting for the majority of the nation’s foreign currency earnings. We provide a critical link between the country’s rich geological endowment and the global demand for these essential materials.

Our expertise covers:

Gold: As Zimbabwe’s single largest export by value , we facilitate compliant sales through official channels and provide secure logistical solutions for both large-scale and artisanal miners.
Platinum Group Metals (PGMs): With the world’s second-largest PGM deposits , Zimbabwe is a critical player in this market. We structure complex, long-term off-take agreements for producers and navigate the specific export protocols governed by the MMCZ.
Lithium: Home to Africa’s largest lithium reserves, Zimbabwe is poised to become a key supplier for the global battery and electric vehicle industries. We connect miners with international investors and buyers, facilitating the development of this strategic resource.
Nickel: A significant export commodity, particularly in the form of nickel mattes. We provide expert brokerage and risk management for nickel producers supplying the global steel and battery markets.

Chrome: Zimbabwe holds some of the world’s highest-grade chromium ores. We connect chrome miners with ferroalloy producers and international markets.
Diamonds: We facilitate the trade of rough diamonds in compliance with international standards, including the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme.

Agriculture is the foundation of Zimbabwean society, employing over half the workforce and ensuring food security. The sector is also a vital source of export revenue, driven by a long history of producing high-quality crops. We support this critical industry by providing efficient pathways to market.

Our expertise covers:

Tobacco: As one of the world’s premier producers of flue-cured tobacco, this crop is a cornerstone of Zimbabwe’s exports. We connect growers with major international buyers, managing both auction and contract sales systems.
Cotton: Known as “white gold,” Zimbabwean cotton is a key input for the global textile industry. We facilitate trade from ginners to international merchants.
Sugar: We provide brokerage services for raw and refined sugar producers, connecting them to regional and international food and beverage markets.
Maize, Soya, and other Grains: We facilitate both domestic and cross-border trade in essential grains, supporting national food security and regional trade flows.

Zimbabwe Strategic Commodities

An at-a-glance overview of our specialized services aligned with Zimbabwe's key commodity exports.

Commodity	Strategic Significance for Zimbabwe	Shadow Royal Hunters' Aligned Services
Gold	Top export by value, reaching $3.68 billion in 2023.	Facilitating compliant sales via Fidelity Printers & Refiners (FPR); providing secure, insured logistics; offering price hedging strategies for producers.
Tobacco	Second largest export, valued at $1.15 billion in 2023. A major employer.	Connecting growers with a global network of buyers; quality assurance and grading oversight; managing logistics for both auction and contract sales.
PGMs	Home to the world's second-largest deposits of Platinum Group Metals.	Structuring complex, long-term off-take agreements with international refiners; sophisticated price risk management; navigating MMCZ export protocols.
Lithium	Africa's largest reserves; positioned to meet 20% of future global demand.	Connecting miners with strategic investors for processing plant development; securing international buyers in the EV and battery supply chains.
Nickel	A key export, with nickel mattes valued at $990 million in 2023.	Brokering sales to international smelters and traders; providing market intelligence on LME price trends; managing supply chain from mine to port.

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Zimbabwe Strategic Commodities

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