WIRE — By Doreen Chembe The Licensing Committee under the Minerals Regulation Commission (MRC) has approved 305 artisanal mining licences out of the 462 applications received. Speaking during a media briefing in Lusaka, MRC Board Chairperson Matongo Matamwandi said 151 applications have been deferred pending immediate action, while six applications were rejected. He noted the Commission is
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