Address KCM, Mopani challenges – ZIPAR

By Masauso Mkwayaya

The Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research -ZIPAR- says it expects the 2023 National Budget to provide a clear position regarding the impasse surrounding Konkola Copper Mines -KCM- and Mopani Copper Mines.

ZIPAR Executive Director HERRICK MPUKU says the two mining firms are major players in the sector which contribute to economic fortunes of the country.

Dr. MPUKU says Government needs to ensure that strong and consistent policy direction is given over the mining giants in order to unlock the challenges relating to suppliers and other issues.

He says dealing with issues at Mopani and KCM will spur growth, create Jobs and improve incomes for the people.

Dr. MPUKU said this in Lusaka today during a media briefing on the 2023 National Budget expectations.

And the ZIPAR Executive Director said he also expects the National Budget to provide finality and guidance on the processes and procedures that govern the Constituency Development Fund -CDF- in order to enhance utilisation of the fund.

In the Agriculture sector Dr. MPUKU said he expects clarity on the Comprehensive Agriculture Support Programme -CASP- that is earmarked to replace the Farmer Input Support Programme -FISP.

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