- Zambia Chamber of Mines warns that proposed reforms could deter future mining investments
- Government aims to increase state stake in new mines and boost copper output to 3 million tonnes by 2031
Lusaka, Zambia – Zambia’s new proposed mining policy shifts have drawn criticism from the Zambia Chamber of Mines (ZCM), a membership-based organisation representing the country’s mining investors. The government’s ongoing reforms, aimed at increasing local benefits, include the establishment of a Mineral Regulations Authority and the implementation of a national copper production strategy, targeting 3 million tonnes annually by 2031. Additionally, the National Critical Minerals Strategy will span from 2024 to 2028.
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