Executive summary. For 2 decades, Zambia's mining sector has experienced significant foreign interest and investment driven mainly by the privatization of state-owned Zambia …
Information on inappropriate mining and its consequences. Includes a mining watch campaign, reports and Mining Monitor magazine, all with worldwide scope.
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The Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining industry (ASM) received official recognition following the ushering in of the democratic Government in 1994.
The Zambia Mining Investment and Governance Review (MInGov) collects and shares information on mining sector governance, its attractiveness to investors, and …
The Mineral Resources Development Policy which is a revision of the 1995 Mining Policy draws heavily on the Vision 2030 for Zambia which provides the blueprint for achieving accelerated growth aimed at raising the standards of living of the people of Zambia.
The Gambia does not have a large mining industry & has not discovered deposits of precious minerals or gems, but there are deposits of lower value minerals in certain areas such as zircon & quartz sand deposits.
This National Mining Policy is the first consolidated mining policy for Afghanistan.It is applicable to mineral all resources in Afghanistan. In addition to the National Mining Policy, a series of specific guidelines and sub-sector policies shall provide more detailed
and policies that support sustainable development through its Mining Policy Framework for Mining and Sustainable Development (MPF). At the World Summit on Sustainable Development, held in Johannesburg, South Africa in 2002, delegates from a number of countries recognized the challenges and opportunities related to mining and sustainable
For the mining sector to make a strong, positive contribution to Namibia's sustainable development, a strong legal and policy framework that maximizes the…
In this first of a two-part policy briefing series, we examine the key economic challenges associated with mining governance reform and provide recommendations that will help …
The Mining Act [CAP. 123 R.E. 2019] 3 27. Mines Resident Officer. 27A. Geological survey of Tanzania. 27B. Geological survey, mapping and prospecting.
Registration and Extraction Mining Policy which will form the basis for new comprehensive mining sector legislation."4 Furthermore, "To ensure full exploitation of mineral resources, [the government] is reviewing the framework for mining rights, pricing of minerals and surrender requirements. The Mines
This assessment report first presents Namibia's development, mining and legal contexts. It then highlights the key strengths and gaps in Namibia's mining policies and laws, across all six of the MPF's thematic areas, before making recommendations for further capacity building and reform.
Printable version - PDF (216 KB). Partnerships for Sustainable Development. The Minerals and Metals Policy of the Government of Canada fulfills important commitments the government made in Creating Opportunity, Mining Agenda and A Guide to Green Government.The Policy affirms provincial jurisdiction over mining, …
Mining Policy Ensuring Mining Contributes to Sustainable Development. Ghana's mining history, particularly gold, dates back to the fifteenth century. The industry was very vibrant during the pre-independence period when mining policy was largely geared towards assisting and promoting the maximization of mineral production in the interests of the …
This report presents the assessment results for Rwanda, with a view to helping the government target its efforts in implementing the IGF Mining Policy Framework, while informing capacity-building efforts and allowing for monitoring of progress over time.
2.6 Minerals Policy of Namibia, 2002 16. 2.7 Environmental Management Act, No. 7 of 2007 17. 2.8 Namibia's Environmental Assessment Policy for Development . and Environmental Conservation, 1994 17 ... the mining sector plays in the Namibian economy, it is vital that key stakeholders work .
Mining Laws and Regulations Philippines 2024. ICLG - Mining Laws and Regulations - Philippines Chapter covers common issues in mining laws and regulations – including the acquisition of rights, ownership requirements and restrictions, processing, transfer and encumbrance, environmental aspects, native title and land rights.
The Policy comprehensively addresses the gaps that have existed in the mining sector and provides a basis for reviewing the sector's almost obsolete legal framework and ad hoc regulations. It further aligns the country's mining sector with the aspirations of Kenya Vision 2030, the provisions of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the ...
In line with its stated Mining Policy, the Government of Zambia has enacted new legislation – the Mines and Minerals Act (1995) – which greatly simplifies licensing procedures, places minimum reasonable constraints on prospecting and mining activities, and creates a very favourable investment environment, whilst allowing for international …
Policy of 2013 while taking into account the new opportunities and emerging issues in the mining value chain. The Mineral Resources Development Policy of 2013 envisioned a vibrant, well-organized private and private-public partnership-led mining sector. To actualize this, the policy was premised on well-
The policy aims to encourage private investment in exploration and development of mining and downstream processing. One specifically environmental policy objective is to reduce the danger of ecological damage arising from mining operations as well as damage on the health of workers and inhabitants of the neighbourhood through air, water and land.
An assessment of Namibia's mining law and policies, conducted by the IGF at the request of the Government of Namibia and in collaboration with the Ministry of Mines and Energy.
To mitigate the negative impact of mining activities on the environment, the Policy emphasizes the need to strengthen the regulatory framework for health, safety, …
MINING POLICY 2013. Application - policy referencing . Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles. Vision - Promote PNG as an investment destination for mineral exploration and mining - Mining is done responsibly in a socially, economically and environmentally sustainable manner. Mission - Improve quality of life - Wealth Creation - Increased ...
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema said on Friday his new government would implement policies to reduce the fiscal deficit, restore economic growth and review mining policies.
The Zambia Mining Investment and Governance Review (MInGov) collects and shares information on mining sector governance, its attractiveness to investors, and how it …
The Policy Statement serves as a frame of reference for policy makers, regulators and stakeholders. It sets out a framework for decision making that supports communities, the environment, the climate and the mineral exploration and mining sectors.
LUSAKA, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Zambia's proposed minerals regulation law could deter investment and deliver a "fatal blow" to plans to raise annual copper output to 3 million …
Minerals & Mining Policy of Ghana One (1) year after independence, a diagnostic study was conducted into the grant of mineral and timber rights.
Namibia's Mining Policy is governed by several laws, including the following: · Minerals Act 1992 (PDF) · Diamonds Act 1999 (PDF) Minerals Policy to ensure the continued sustainability of the industry and its contribution to Namibia's socioeconomic development. Footer.
Legislation that regulates the mining industry. The primary law governing the mining sector in Zambia is the Mines and Minerals Development Act No. 11 of 2015 (MMDA) as amended by the Mines and Minerals Development (Amendment) Act …
The Government, through the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, launched the 2022 National Mineral Resource Development Policy (MRDP) on 11th November 2022 …
mining and processing of, minerals; provide for safety, health and environmental protection in mining operations; provide for the establishment of the Mining Appeals Tribunal; repeal and replace the Mines and Minerals Development Act, 2008; and provide for matters
The Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development in November 2022 unveiled the National Mineral Resources Development Policy (2022-2027), a comprehensive plan which among other things, aims to close regulatory gaps in the mining sector and stimulate domestic and foreign investment in response to the country's socio-economic demands. The Policy …