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This study investigated the biomagnification impact of elevated iron levels in mine effluent on human health around Nampundwe Mine area in Shibuyunji District of Zambia. Nampundwe Mine produces massive Pyrite (FeS2) with minor Pyrrhotite (FeS) and chalcopyrite (CuFeS2) used in copper smelters....

Mining is the main source of export income and contributes significantly to the Zambian gross domestic product. Besides its contributions to exports, the mining industry plays a pivot role in the economic and socio-political development of Zambia. It also provides essential mineral based raw...

The world population continues to grow, with Africa projected to reach 2.4 billion people by the year 2050. This increase in population has resulted in a high demand for goods and services, which has subsequently triggered an increase in demand for mineral resources. Zambia, being a mineral rich...

The mining industry is one of the key economic drivers in Zambia and has tremendously grown since its genesis in the early 1900’s. Zambia is one of the largest copper producers in Africa and the world and this translates to thousands of tonnes of mining waste accumulated over the years. Mine...

The mining industry in Zambia is one of the sectors that contributes greatly to the country’s economy by contributing greatly to the Gross Domestic Product and according to the latest EITI report, the extractive sector accounts directly for 9.9% of GDP and 78.4% of exports in Zambia. With this at...

This research aimed at investigating Artisanal and Small Scale Mining (ASM) in Zambia can play a big role in enhancing sustainable livelihoods in local and surrounding communities. Although ASM has the potential to stimulate local economic development and to promote poverty alleviation, it has...

Air and water pollution in the Zambian Copper Mining Industry is considered to be one of the most significant environmental problems facing the communities living in and around the mining operation areas. It is quite a complex issue which cuts across various environmental, social, economic and...

The mining industry is witnessing a momentous revolution due to a growing demand for metals, minerals and energy resources all over the world especially in the emerging economies of developed and developing countries. Mining in Zambia has played a key role in economic growth, social development...