APPLIED Science and Technology Associates (ASTA) Consultant Dr Titus Haakonde says the quality of water in the Kafue River has improved, but remediation measures still have to be taken. Meanwhile, Sino Metals Leach Zambia Limited says it takes seriously the remedial recommendations outlined in the Environmental Assessment Report. ZEMA last year engaged ASTA to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the pollution incident that occurred at Sino Metals Leach Zambia Limited on 18th February, 2025. Speaking during a public disclosure meeting on the findings of the comprehensive Environmental and Social Impact Assessment that was undertaken following the failure of a tailings dam at Sino Metals, Tuesday, Dr Haakonde said the river still contained some sulphates. “The surface water is returning to...
