GREEN Economy and Environment Minister Collins Nzovu has issued a warning against illegal mining in forest reserves, saying those found wanting will be prosecuted. According to a statement issued by the ministry, the minister was speaking after he led a team of officers from his ministry to inspect the status of the North Swaka National Forest Reserve in Mkushi. Nzovu said he was disappointed with the continued illegal mining activities in the forest reserve. “Government desires that forests are managed and utilised in a sustainable manner. The Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Honourable Eng. Collins Nzovu, MP is disappointed with the mining activities that are taking place in the North Swaka National Forest Reserve. This came to light when...

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