Mining companies urged to translate mineral wealth into tangible benefits
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NewsMINISTRY of Mines and Minerals Development Permanent Secretary Hapenga Kabeta has urged mining companies in the country to ensure that mineral wealth translates into tangible and lasting benefits for Zambians. Dr Kabeta says increased mineral production must be accompanied by local value addition, skills development, technology transfer and the growth of local enterprises. He advised […]
MINISTRY of Mines and Minerals Development Permanent Secretary Hapenga Kabeta has urged mining companies in the country to ensure that mineral wealth translates into tangible and lasting benefits for Zambians.
Dr Kabeta says increased mineral production must be accompanied by local value addition, skills development, technology transfer and the growth of local enterprises.
He advised that mining activities should also protect the environment and improve the welfare of citizens, noting that production targets would be meaningless if they resulted in environmental destruction and left communities without benefits.
The Permanent Secretary said in Lusaka when he officiated at the cultural gala night held on the sidelines of the 2026 Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka.
He said the Insaka also provides an opportunity for face-to-face engagements that can strengthen professional relationships, generate ideas and facilitate business deals.
Dr Kabeta noted that the mining sector has continued to attract significant investments in various parts of the country, including the Copperbelt and North-Western Provinces which are contributing to national economic development.
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