“Govt should put in place policies that keep investors in check”

By Sharon Siame

Zambia Chamber of Commerce President GODWIN BEENE says the Government should put in place policies that keep investors in check and are aligned to the country’s economic agenda.

Dr. BEENE says the policies should also be stable and that stakeholders should be involved when there is a need to change them.

He said this in Lusaka today during the ongoing Mining and Investment Insaka.

And speaking earlier, ZCCM-IM former Chief Executive Officer PIUS KASOLO said there is a need for Mining Companies to be listed on the Lusaka Stock Exchange.

Dr. KASOLO said this will invite foreign capital in the country and will allow many Zambians to buy shares in the Mines.

Meanwhile, Zambia Railways Board Chairperson EMMANUEL HAACHIPUKA said the country needs legislation to prevent individuals from acquiring multiple mining licenses.

Mr. HAACHIPUKA called for tightening of the licensing procedure and that the Mining Act should be amended.

And Mines and Minerals Development Minister PAUL KABUSWE has called on Mining experts to help the Government make the mines more viable.

Mr. KABUSWE said that there is a need to clean up the sector and make the Mines more profitable.