GOVERNMENT says ZCCM-IH will soon commence the construction of access roads at Kikonge Mine in Mufumbwe. In a statement, Thursday, Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development Principal Public Relations Officer Kalani Muchima stated that this was part of government’s broader efforts to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining. Muchima stated that Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe emphasised that formalisation of the artisanal mining sector remained the sustainable solution to curbing illegal activities. “ZCCM-IH will soon commence the construction of access roads at Kikonge Mine in Mufumbwe District as part of Government’s broader efforts to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining activities and restore order in the area. Minister of Mines and Minerals Development, Hon. Paul Kabuswe, said the move signals Government’s commitment to...
