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Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, has announced the second Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka (ZAMII 2025), with an assurance of government’s commitment to transforming the mining sector.
Kabuswe said the government desired to transform the mining sector from one of extraction to beneficiation, innovation, and inclusive prosperity.
Speaking at a media briefing in Lusaka on Sunday held at Mulungushi International Conference Centre, Kabuswe said ZAMII 2025 would run from October 6 to October 10.
He added it would be held under the theme: ” Unlocking Africa’s wealth: advancing sustainable mining, beneficiation, and value addition,” and would be graced by President Hakainde Hichilema.
“It reflects our collective aspiration to ensure that the wealth beneath our soil translates into tangible development for all Zambians,” the Minister said.
Kabuswe stated that this year’s Insaka had packaged interesting insights involving various topics to be presented by subject matter experts, government officials, civil society organisations and investors.
He said the second edition builds on the resounding success of the inaugural Insaka held in 2024, which established a unique platform for dialogue between government, investors, industry leaders, and communities.
“ZAMII 2025 comes at a pivotal time as Zambia consolidates its reputation as a reliable, responsible, and forward looking mining investment destination,” Kabuswe said.
He said the focus of this year’s Insaka aligned with the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP), vision 2030, and the government’s green growth agenda.
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Kabuswe said the frameworks underscored the need to promote value addition, job creation, and industrial diversification across the mineral value chain as government reaffirms the national target of producing 3 million metric tons of Copper annually by 2031.
“Zambia has recorded remarkable transformation in the mining sector over the past three years, revitalizing existing mines, attracting new investments, and introducing policy reforms that enhance transparency and investor confidence,” he said.
Kabuswe assured that government remained open for business and welcomes responsible investors to partner with in unlocking opportunities across exploration, processing, energy, logistics and technology.
He highlighted that the government continued to streamline licensing processes, strengthen regulatory institutions, and expand backbone infrastructure to support sustainable growth.
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