This weekend, the Zambian government launched The Zambezi Minute, an ambitious initiative aimed at harnessing the global demand for critical minerals and attracting foreign investment. The government has committed to ensuring fair benefits for its citizens, including jobs, revenue, and sustainability, while drawing in capital to drive economic growth. The plan’s foundation rests on a streamlined regulatory system, with every policy evaluated by one key question: “Does it reduce risk and increase output?” Success, according to government officials, will rely on improved infrastructure, logistics, and transparent policies that foster investor… Read More Here

Desiderius Chapewa, Chief Geologist for Regional Mapping at the Geological Survey Department, has outlined critical challenges facing Zambia’s mining exploration sector, including the lack of regulation for geological professionals and the need for better data management. In an interview with Copperbelt Katanga Mining at the recent AZMEC Forum in Kitwe, Mr. Chapewa highlighted the need to pass the Geoscience Professionals Bill to formalize the profession and enhance the exploration process. He also pointed out the difficulty investors face due to the absence of a centralized mineral inventory, with many companies… Read More Here