CNRG petitions Mnangagwa to halt mining at Mutare's Christmas Pass
The Centre for Natural Resource Governance has petitioned Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa to stop mining operations at Christmas Pass in Mutare. The group argues that the mining violates constitutional environmental protections and threatens a significant natural landmark.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing tension between industrial development and environmental conservation in resource-rich nations.
The Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) has petitioned President Emmerson Mnangagwa to immediately halt mining activities at the iconic Christmas Pass in Mutare, citing that the operations are causing irreversible environmental damage and undermining the rule of law.
The civil society organisation on Tuesday submitted a petition urging the President to invoke his constitutional powers to stop what it described as destructive mining by Culverhouse Investments (Pvt) Ltd at the landmark mountain pass.
Located within the Murahwa Mountain Range in the Eastern Highlands, Christmas Pass is one of Zimbabwe’s most recognisable natural landmarks. The scenic gateway into Mutare stretches for about six kilometres and is renowned for its panoramic views, historical significance and tourism value.
In its petition, CNRG argued that the continued mining operations violate constitutional provisions protecting the environment.
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