MINISTRY of Mines and Minerals Development Permanent Secretary Dr Hapenga Kabeta has encouraged critics to continue offering checks and balances to ensure government stays on the right track. Meanwhile, Transparency International Zambia Executive Director Maurice Nyambe says it is important to share knowledge on how countries in Sub-Saharan Africa can handle the governance of critical minerals. Speaking during the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Africa Regional Workshop, Wednesday, Dr Hapenga said the extractive industry was one of the most critical sectors for economic growth and sustainable development in Zambia. “It’s a privilege to see stakeholders from across [the region], reflecting a growing industry to strengthen transparency, accountability and good governance in the extractive sector. This workshop comes at an important...