Zambia Records Sharp Rise in Mining Licences By Masauso Mkwayaya & Report by Rosemary Kamanga Government issued 2,175 mining licences in 2024, marking a sharp increase compared to the 190 licences granted in 2022. The licences covered a broad range of mining activities, including artisanal mining rights, small-scale and large-scale exploration licences, small-scale and large-scale mining licences, as well as mineral processing licences. Overall, the licences issued represent an increase of about