Zimbabwe
Magnate Billy Rautenbach consolidates his control of Matabeleland North coal
Billy Rautenbach, a historic supporter of Zanu-Pf since the Mugabe era and long considered the richest man in Zimbabwe, is increasing his hold on coal in the west of the country. This is a major coup at a time when national demand is set to rise sharply following the planned increase in capacity at Hwange power station.
