Cyclists dedicate victory to GM Stephen Ndiyamba as Mimosa marks 100 years of platinum mining
In the Masters category of the Nedbank Tour de Great Dyke, Honest Mugiya edged out fellow Mimosa cyclist Nkululeko Moyo in an 82-kilometre contest from Nyama to Mimosa, as the peloton — weighing a total of 6,200 kilograms — continued its journey through the Great Dyke in chilly, rainy weather.
The pair, riding under the Mimosa Mining Company banner, dedicated their triumph to the mine’s General Manager, Stephen Ndiyamba, in what became a fitting celebration of 100 years of platinum mining at Mimosa, one of Zimbabwe’s oldest producers. Mining at the site began in 1925, when the Granger brothers first started operations.
Speaking to Great Dyke News, Mugiya expressed his joy at returning to the tour after a year’s absence.
“I have been riding since it started but missed last year because of a challenge. I’m happy to be back this year — I enjoyed the ride,” said Mugiya.
Moyo, who completed the full distance from Selous to Mimosa for the first time, said he approached the event as a race and was proud to ride in honour of Mimosa and its leadership.
“This was one of the longest rides I’ve ever done — from Selous to Mimosa,” said Moyo. “This was my first time, and I’ve done this for the pride of Mimosa. I give it to Stephen Ndiyamba, he’s our GM. He has spearheaded this cycling team, so I’m really happy for this ride.”
The cyclists were among those who had earlier rested at Valterra Platinum just outside Shurugwi, before continuing towards Zvishavane and Mimosa — the final destination of the eighth edition of the Nedbank Tour de Great Dyke.
The tour, themed “Riding for Opportunity, Wellness and Charity,” continues to promote wellness, unity, and community engagement across mining towns along the Great Dyke corridor, while raising funds for education and social welfare initiatives.
As the peloton approached Mimosa — where the mine celebrates its platinum legacy — the riders’ spirit captured the essence of the event: endurance, teamwork, and pride in Zimbabwe’s mining heritage.
