Zambia: Lumwana Copper Mine expansion to displace 279 households, sparking compensation concerns
Summary
Date Reported: 28 Jun 2024
Location: Zambia
Companies
Barrick Gold - Parent Company , Lumwana Mining Company - SubsidiaryProjects
LumwanaAffected
Total individuals affected: Number unknown
Community: ( Number unknown - Location unknown - Sector unknown , Gender not reported )Issues
Land Rights , Displacement , Insufficient/inadequate consultationSource type: News outlet
"Lumwana Copper Mine expansion to displace 279 households, sparking compensation concerns" 28 June 2024
An estimated 279 households in Mwanaute, Kamisengo and Lwamizambo communities of Kalumbila District, North-Western Province, are slated for displacement to facilitate the expansion of Lumwana Copper Mine.
While the expansion project aims to elevate Lumwana Mine to a leading global copper producer, concerns about the impact on local communities and their environment have been raised.
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