A Zimbabwean environmental, health & safety consulting firm established in 2013. It provides expert Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), environmental auditing, compliance management, and sustainable development advisory services to help clients in mining, energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure manage their environmental impacts, meet regulations, and achieve sustainability.
Machinda Environmental Consultancy (Machinda Investments Pvt Ltd) is a leading environmental consulting practice based in Harare, Zimbabwe, dedicated to balancing development and environmental protection. Founded in 2013, Machinda’s mission is driven by the belief that today’s actions shape tomorrow’s legacy. The team is committed to delivering scientifically sound solutions to Zimbabwe’s environmental challenges through stakeholder engagement, innovation, and continual improvement. By doing so, Machinda aligns its work with national priorities and global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that economic growth, social equity, and ecological stewardship go hand in hand.
Machinda offers a comprehensive range of environmental consulting services:
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA): Conducting EIAs for new developments in accordance with Zimbabwe’s Environmental Management Act (2002). Machinda’s experts identify, predict, and evaluate potential project impacts and propose effective prevention, reduction, and remedial solutions. They assist project proponents through scoping, reporting, and obtaining EIA approvals, ensuring compliance is met efficiently and cost-effectively.
Environmental Audits & Compliance: Performing environmental audits and ongoing monitoring (air, water, and soil quality) to ensure operations remain within regulatory standards. Machinda provides compliance advisory services to help clients meet and exceed Zimbabwean environmental regulations, including guidance on adhering to the Environmental Management Agency (EMA) requirements and other legal obligations. This includes managing permits, environmental management plans, and periodic compliance reporting to avoid penalties and protect community health.
Impact Mitigation & Management: Developing and implementing impact mitigation plans and environmental management programs for projects across various sectors. Machinda formulates strategies to prevent or minimize pollution, rehabilitate degraded land (e.g. soil erosion control and land restoration), and manage waste (solid and hazardous) responsibly. The consultancy also works on protecting biodiversity, ecosystems, and scenic sites affected by development. By integrating these measures from project design through operation, Machinda helps clients mitigate negative environmental effects and uphold best practices in sustainability.
Policy Advisory & Advocacy: Guiding businesses and organizations on environmental policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainable practices. Machinda’s consultants stay abreast of environmental laws and policy trends, offering advisory services on compliance strategies and environmental management systems. As an active stakeholder in Zimbabwe’s environmental sector, Machinda participates in environmental advocacy and policy dialogue – engaging with regulators, communities, and industry bodies to promote effective environmental governance. This includes educating clients on the importance of environmental laws and facilitating stakeholder involvement to achieve broader sustainable development objectives.
Machinda serves a broad clientele across Zimbabwe and beyond. Its expertise spans mining, energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects, as well as agriculture, forestry, and urban development initiatives. For example, Machinda provides natural resource management support in mining and industrial production sectors, ensuring that resource extraction and processing activities are conducted responsibly. The firm’s multidisciplinary team of environmentalists, ecologists, and health & safety specialists brings deep knowledge of local conditions and global best practices. Utilizing advanced tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and modern environmental management systems, Machinda delivers data-driven insights and innovative solutions for environmental planning and impact mitigation.
While rooted in Zimbabwe, Machinda is open to regional and international engagements. The consultancy has the capacity to handle projects in neighboring African countries and collaborate on cross-border environmental initiatives, reflecting its commitment to environmental compliance across Africa and globally. Whether it’s a local development needing an EIA in Harare or an international investor seeking sustainable development consulting, Machinda provides professional, high-quality service. By combining local insight with scientific innovation, Machinda Environmental Consultancy helps clients navigate regulatory complexities, minimize environmental risks, and integrate sustainability into their operations. The result is a trusted partnership that ensures compliance, protects the environment, and enables sustainable development for current and future generations.
