FIRST Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Attractor Chisangano, on Friday ruled that Chama North PF MP Yotam Mtayachalo was out of order for saying that Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) is facing operational challenges without providing evidence. Meanwhile, Mines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe says it is misleading to claim KCM is failing, stating that since its revival, productivity has risen from zero to 120,000 metric tonnes, with a target of 142,000 this year. During the Vice-President’s Question and Answer Session, Mtayachalo raised a concern that KCM was facing operational challenges and a shortage of labour which were affecting productivity. “Madam Speaker, the mining industry is the lifeblood of the Zambian economy. Madam Speaker, I’m reliably informed that Konkola...