By Derrick Silimina

The government has reaffirmed its renewed commitment to transforming its mining sector from solely resource extraction to focus on beneficiation, innovation, and inclusive prosperity.

In a statement, Mines and Development Minister Paul Kabuswe noted that Zambia has experienced significant advancements in the last three years, including revitalizing existing mines, attracting new investments, and implementing policy reforms to increase transparency and investor confidence.

“We remain open for business and welcome responsible investors to partner with us in unlocking opportunities across exploration, processing, energy, logistics, and technology,” Kabuswe said ahead of the second Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka (ZAMII 2025).

Kabuswe outlined that the ZAMII 2025 conference, scheduled from October 6-10, under the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Wealth: Advancing Sustainable Mining, Beneficiation, and Value Addition,” is considered a pivotal event for consolidating Zambia’s reputation as a responsible and forward-looking mining investment destination and is expected to be graced by President Hakainde Hichilema on October 7, 2025.

He emphasized that the government is also streamlining licensing procedures, strengthening regulatory bodies, and expanding infrastructure to support sustainable growth within the sector.

“This year’s theme reflects our collective aspiration to ensure that the wealth beneath our soil translates into tangible development for all Zambians,” Kabuswe said.

The Mines minister stressed that this year’s insaka has packaged interesting insights involving various topics to be presented by subject matter experts, government officials, civil society organizations and investors.

He outlined some of the highlights of the insaka which include; continuity and context, policy alignment and national goals, transformation and investment climate, value addition, local content, and inclusive growth among others.

“We remain open for business and welcome responsible investors to partner with us in unlocking opportunities across exploration, processing, energy, logistics, and technology. The government continues to streamline licensing processes, strengthen regulatory institutions, and expand backborne infrastructure to support sustainable growth.”