President HH Aims to Double Local Mining Participation to 40%

President HH and his Government are working to increase local participation in the mining sector from 20% to 40%.

The Government has already introduced a local content policy requiring all mining businesses to acquire more goods and services from Zambian-owned businesses.

The President's plan to double local participation in the mining sector will benefit local contractors and suppliers. Furthermore, it will increase employment opportunities in townships.

President HH was speaking in Chililabombwe when he explained that, since the UPND came into office in 2021, three mines have either received investment or been brought out of liquidation.

The three mines – KCM, Lubambe and Mingomba – are integral to the future of Chililabombwe's economy as they provide employment, stimulate trade and attract investment.

President Hichilema pointed to other development programmes implemented in the district, including the increase in Constituency Development Fund (CDF) allocations from K1.6 million to K40 million per constituency.

Similarly, he announced various investments in social infrastructure, including the construction of classroom blocks and desks, the continued development of Chililabombwe Hospital, and the rehabilitation of township roads.

The President acknowledged the need to improve water access in the region and has instructed Mulonga Water Supply to increase its efforts to resolve the issue.

President HH asked the people of Chililabombwe to support UPND candidates on 13 August. He stated: "Keep your freedom and make sure on the 13 August you vote for this freedom."