By ROGERS KALEROKAGEM and Grizzly Emerald Mining companies of Lufwanyama have agreed to support small-scale miners in the area with equipment, drilling and exploration support,” Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development Permanent Secretary Barnaby Mulenga has said.Mr Mulenga however stated that the two mining companies had proposed that it would be much easier for the two emerald mining giants to help the small-scale mining companies if they joined together.The small-scale miners have received the news with mixed feelings and are doubting the genuineness of the gesture and have since asked for time to consult the membership before making a final decision.During a press briefing at Katilungu House in Kitwe with the small-scale miners, Mr Mulenga said during the separate meetings with two giant emerald mines, they stated that they were ready to support the small-scale miners with equipment, drilling and exploration support.At the same press briefing, the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) spoke about the K10 […]
KAGEM, GRIZZLY TO SUPPORT SMALL SCALE MINERS
