Zambia Launches First Geological Survey Digital Store to Boost Mining Transparency and Investment
Zambia Unveils Geological Survey Digital Platform to Modernize Mining Data and Attract Investors
The Government of Zambia has officially launched the country’s first-ever Geological Survey Department (GSD) Digital Store, a landmark step in national digital transformation and smarter natural resource management. The launch ceremony was held at the Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka.
Speaking at the event, Ms. Kasali Musenge, Acting National Coordinator of the Smart Zambia Institute, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to hosting and managing the platform locally.
“This initiative underscores our dedication to building home-grown digital solutions that are not only reliable but also sustainable, while strengthening Zambia’s position in the regional digital economy,” Musenge said.
Minister of Mines and Minerals Development, Hon. Paul C. Kabuswe, praised the transition from paper-based systems to a modern digital archive as a “major step forward” for the mining sector.
He explained that the platform would streamline data storage and retrieval while empowering decision-makers to manage Zambia’s resources more effectively.
Dr. Hapenga Kabeta, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, highlighted the innovation’s potential to revolutionize the mining industry by providing secure, efficient, and accessible geological data. He added that the system would attract investment, foster transparency, and encourage innovation.
From the private sector, Mr. Tuleyone Mpengula, IT and Digitalisation Lead at Kobold Metals, stressed the importance of partnerships in driving national progress. He commended the collaboration between public and private stakeholders that made the project possible.
The GSD Digital Store will serve as a gateway to informed decision-making and a catalyst for sustainable exploration and growth. It provides seamless access to decades of geological publications and datasets through a secure, user-friendly platform integrated with advanced analytical tools.
The platform is expected to benefit researchers, investors, geologists, and the general public, transforming how geological resources are accessed and managed in Zambia.
