Matambo Re-affirms Government’s Commitment To safe mining Amid Rising Mine Accidents

By Staff Reporter

Copperbelt Minister Elisha Matambo says government is working tirelessly to ensure safe mining for small scale miners.

Mr. Matambo says government through the ministry of mines and minerals development is in the process of conducting capacity building for small scale miners to ensure that they are well equipped to handle any situation.

Mr. Matambo has appealed to youths to refrain from the habit of going to conduct illegal mining at awkward hours saying there is danger in taking such risks.

Speaking when he addressed the media from his office, the minister said government will remain vigilant to avoid these accidents, further urging all mines to tighten security around the mine premises so that no one goes in illegally.

Mr. Matambo’s comments come in the wake of a recent spate of mine accidents which have happened within the space of one week.