The Mines and Minerals Development (Amendment) Act, 2022, which came into effect on January 1, 2023 amends the Mines and Minerals Development Act, 2015, and has several implications for the Zambian mining sector. The amendment concentrates on the mineral royalty rates applicable to copper production, based on the norm price

Introduction In this article, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, sustainability, mineral beneficiation, as well as the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging minerals, renewable energy, water resources, and taxation policies are examined. To ensure the long-term viability and competitiveness of the Zambian mining industry, the study emphasizes the growing significance