Mining In Mozambique And Zambia

Keywords: Mozambique, Mining rights, exploration licence,

Mozambique is one of the largest producers of aluminium, beryllium and tantalum, whereas the Zambian economy is heavily dependent on copper and cobalt. Both countries have huge investment opportunities for mining companies however, before doing business in either country; there are a number of key legal issues which businesses must be aware of.

Mining rights

Mozambique: Under the Mining Law (Law No. 14/2002, of 26 June 2002), mining rights are to be issued on a first come, first served basis. A company which spots a mining opportunity in Mozambique should therefore act quickly.

The five types of titles/permits which can be obtained are: reconnaissance licence, exploration licence, mining concession, mining certificate and mining pass. The most important of these for medium and large scale projects are the exploration licenses (for the exploration phase) and the mining concessions (for