Residents of Sinazongwe & Zimba In Dispute Over Lithium Discovery
The revelation of Lithium deposits in Southern Province of Zambia has led to conflicts between the residents of Sinazongwe and Zimba Districts.
The communities of both districts are claiming that the lithium falls under their territories, resulting in ongoing disputes.
Benny Siamujansi, the representative of Senior Chief Mweemba, has requested that the Ministry of Local Development supply a map to resolve the disagreement, as he fears it could escalate.
Recently, Paul Kabuswe, the Minister of Mines and Minerals, who visited the area, urged the residents to allow for a safe and controlled process to extract the valuable mineral.
Lithium is utilized in the production of rechargeable batteries for mobile phones, laptops, digital cameras, and electric vehicles.
