Chief Mbuluma backs mining in Lower ZambeziBy OLIVER SAMBOKOTHE proposed establishment of an open-pit copper mine in the Zambezi Lower National Park should go ahead as planned, as it will not only create employment but also contribute to economic growth, says senior chief Mbuluma.Senior Chief Mbuluma of the Nsenga Ludzi people of Luangwa, said the Kangaluwi Mine project should be expedited and accused those opposing the venture of harboring a hidden agenda that has nothing to do with protecting the environmental or wild animals. The traditional leader said the delay in allowing license holder, Mwembeshi Resources Ltd to develop the Mine was not only detrimental to the interests of the people in the area but also hindrance to the country’s economic development. He said the traditional leadership in the area are in a hurry to see the Mine start its operations and contributing to well-being of the locals through job creation, and to the […]
Chief Mbuluma backs mining in Lower Zambezi
