Forced displacements in mining communities: politics in Chiadzwa diamond area, Zimbabwe

Gukurume, Simbarashe; Nhodo, Lloyd

doi:10.1080/02589001.2020.1746749

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“…This leaves a vacuum in the laws guiding property valuation for compensation of expropriated communal land. A trajectory of compensation disputes as noted by (Mashingaidze, 2013; Dhlakama, 2017; Vengesai and Schmidt, 2018; Chazireni and Chigonda, 2018; Mavhura, 2020; Gukurume and Nhodo, 2020) can be attributed to none, the existence of a clearly defined roadmap on how property valuation for compensation of expropriated properties.…”

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“…Before the above, more than 1,700 families were displaced in Chiyadzwa to Chiadzwa and Arda Transau (Manicaland Province of Zimbabwe) to pave the way for large-scale diamond mining in 2009 (Ruguwa, 2017; Gukurume and Nhodo, 2020). Again, the affected people were under-compensated especially on their non-economic resources (Madebwe et al , 2011; Vengesai and Schmidt, 2018; Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association, 2018).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Again, the affected people were under-compensated especially on their non-economic resources (Madebwe et al , 2011; Vengesai and Schmidt, 2018; Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association, 2018). Thus, land acquisition for the diamond project in Chiyadzwa led to the displacement and loss of the peoples’ livelihood (Madebwe et al , 2011; Dziro, 2014; Chishanga, 2014; Gukurume and Nhondo, 2020). Some of the affected people tried to appeal against the government’s compensation amount in the Administrative Court.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…According to Gukurume and Nhondo (2020), affected people were not satisfied with the expropriation and compensation processes, which resulted in conflicts between the government and the community. The leading causes of dissatisfaction were that the process was not transparent (Madebwe et al , 2011; Ruguwa, 2017) and the non-consultation of the affected people, especially during the property valuation (Gukurume and Nhondo, 2020). Thus, it is argued that good governance requires the active involvement of the affected people in decision-making, including property valuation for compensation.…”

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“…Previous Zimbabwean studies, including Madebwe et al (2011), Gukurume and Nhondo (2020) concentrated on ascertaining the views of affected persons, without considering the technical aspect leading to the determination of compensation value. Property valuation is a specialised process guided by international property valuation standards and national statutes and not by the subjective opinions of different stakeholders.…”

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Valuation for compensation of communal properties in Zimbabwe: the case of Chiyadzwa and Tokwe-Mukosi projects

Yacim

Paradza

Zulch

2021

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Purpose This study aims to examine the statutory provisions as it concerns the practice of valuation for compensation of expropriated communal properties in Zimbabwe. The primary motivation was to have informed policies that would regulate the practice of landed property assessments for compensation purposes and further contributes to existing compensation debates. Design/methodology/approach A multiple case study approach was adopted, in which property valuation projects for Chiyadzwa and Tokwe-Mukosi, provinces were selected. These two projects were chosen because they are the most recent property valuation for compensation on expropriated communal properties. Content analysis was used to analyse the statutory provisions guiding property valuation and compensation rates adopted and used during the Chiyadzwa and Tokwe Mukosi valuation projects. Findings The study found an absence of statutory guidelines on the choice of valuation methodologies, leading to inconsistencies in compensation estimates for the communal properties. Research limitations/implications The study dwells on data from the previous assessment of communal properties that triggered discontentment amongst the people to build a framework for future valuations of communal properties. Practical implications This study reviewed the existing expropriation and compensation laws and built a comprehensive guiding framework for property valuers to choose appropriate valuation methodologies and procedures for the assessment of expropriated communal properties in Zimbabwe. Social implications The main motivation for this study is to find a lasting solution to frequent court cases and clashes between the government of Zimbabwe and the displaced people. Originality/value No study unravels the detailed property valuation processes used in determining the amount of payment for the expropriated communal properties in Zimbabwe. This study built a framework that will serve as a guide to the property valuers in the assessment of compensation for communal properties.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Chinese and Indian economic relations and development assistance to Zimbabwe: Rationale, controversies and significance

Tinarwo

Babu

2022

J of Intl Development

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Recent economic relations including foreign assistance scenario in Africa show expansion of China and India as emerging bilateral partners, competing with traditional countries in Europe and North America. The results of this paper found that the relationship of China and India with Zimbabwe has resulted in several challenges including increasing resource‐backed debt burden, exploitation of the natural resources, and flouting of constitutional, environmental, and labor provisions. The paper recommends that the Zimbabwean government must demand loans and investments that are contracted under clear terms and conditions, with parliamentary oversight and public scrutiny to avoid abuse by the elites.

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Dam Projects, Modernity, and Forced Displacement: An Analysis of the Role of Local Institutions in Surviving Marginalization Among the Tokwe Mukosi Displacees in Zimbabwe

Nhodo

Ojong

2023

Advances in African Economic, Social and Political Development

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Forced displacements in mining communities: politics in Chiadzwa diamond area, Zimbabwe

Cited by 17 publications

References 15 publications

Valuation for compensation of communal properties in Zimbabwe: the case of Chiyadzwa and Tokwe-Mukosi projects

Valuation for compensation of communal properties in Zimbabwe: the case of Chiyadzwa and Tokwe-Mukosi projects

Chinese and Indian economic relations and development assistance to Zimbabwe: Rationale, controversies and significance

Dam Projects, Modernity, and Forced Displacement: An Analysis of the Role of Local Institutions in Surviving Marginalization Among the Tokwe Mukosi Displacees in Zimbabwe

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