Public ID: PID-9L236B

Consultation resolves potential issues for UK mining companies in Zambia

in Zambia

Trade barrier summary

An early draft of Zambia's new Minerals Regulatory Commission Act led to some stakeholder concerns regarding consultation periods, licence tenure and licence security. Following engagement with Zambia's government and business stakeholders, these issues were resolved ahead of the Act receiving assent in December 2024.

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Sectors affected

• Mining

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Resolved

Yes - December 2024

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Date reported

13 March 2025

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Last updated

22 May 2026

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Public ID

PID-9L236B

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