BOLDEN African News · Wednesday 4 November 2026
Zambia's mines minister tells holders of unused licences to find partners or hand them back
Mines and Minerals Development Minister Brenda Tambatamba said the government would no longer tolerate mining licences remaining unused, and that holders must secure investment partners or surrender their rights. She spoke on the ministry's podcast. Zambia targets three million tonnes of copper a year by 2031.
Why it matters
Freeing idle licences is part of how Zambia hopes to reach its copper target.
Source: Zambia Daily Mail · 4 November 2026