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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
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SUMMARY:Six Days\, One Handbook: Africa’s ASM Booksprint
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_venue” field_elements=”value”][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column_text]From 10 to 15 November 2025\, artisanal and small-scale mining experts from 18 countries met in Livingstone\, Zambia\, for the Africa Regional ASM book. The workshop resulted in a draft handbook for ASM extension service providers that consolidates key material from capacity building of artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) across the continent into a single handbok.   \nOpening remarks at the Africa Regional ASM Booksprint\, with Lacina Pakoun\, Technical Advisor for Minerals at the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme\, alongside Mr. Azell Banda of Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development and Mr. James Wakiaga\, United Nations Development Programme Resident Representative in Zambia\, addressing participants.                                                                                                                                                                                    Photo credit: UNDP Zambia\nThe event opened with remarks from Mr. Azell Banda of Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development\, who spoke about new national efforts to train and support small-scale miners. Dr. James Wakiaga\, UNDP Resident Representative in Zambia\, reminded everyone how many people depend on ASM for their livelihoods and why safer\, more sustainable practices are essential. Ms. Isabelle Magne from the European Commission highlighted the EU’s partnership with UNDP and African institutions\, noting that ASM has an important role in Africa’s green transition. Mr. Mkhululi Ncube of the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) presented the emerging African ASM framework.   \nOver six days\, participants drafted the main chapters of the new manual\, covering legal frameworks\, formalization\, mining methods\, health and safety\, environmental management\, business skills\, and gender inclusion. The Booksprint taps into collective knowledge and experience of the experts and builds upon existing guides that have been developed as part of the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme’s decade of work in formalization and training of ASM\, the recently developed Zambian ASM Manual for Extension Service Providers\, as well as other initiatives such as the DELVE Exchange ASM Academy\, the CRAFT Code for Artisanal Miners and other best practice resources.  \nWhat made this workshop unique was its fast\, highly collaborative writing process. By the end of the week\, teams had produced a solid first draft that will serve as an essential guide for extension service providers for a safer\, better organized\, and more sustainable ASM across Africa. [/vc_column_text][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-438232″ type=”carousel” medias=”152997\,152998\,153002\,153009\,153007\,152994\,153011\,153010\,153008\,153004\,153003\,153001\,153000\,152999\,152996\,152995\,153005\,153006\,153015″ carousel_lg=”5″ carousel_md=”3″ carousel_sm=”1″ gutter_size=”2″ media_items=”media|lightbox|original” carousel_v_align=”middle” carousel_interval=”0″ carousel_navspeed=”400″ carousel_nav=”yes” carousel_nav_mobile=”yes” carousel_dots=”yes” stage_padding=”0″ single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_image_anim=”no” single_h_align=”center” single_padding=”2″ single_icon=”fa fa-plus2″ single_border=”yes” lbox_gallery_arrows_bg=”semi-transparent” lbox_caption=”yes” lbox_social=”yes” lbox_deep=”yes” lbox_no_tmb=”yes” no_double_tap=”yes” items=”e30=” uncode_shortcode_id=”114700″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/six-days-one-handbook-africas-asm-booksprint/
LOCATION:Livingstone\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
CREATED:20251216T091144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T151348Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Local Suppliers for a Sustainable Mining Future in Zambia
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_venue” field_elements=”value”][vc_column_text]Local content and supplier development are two sides of the same coin. \nThe ACP-EU Development Minerals programme is supporting small-scale miners to become reliable suppliers to large-scale miners. The Programme is working with UNDP Zambia and UNDP Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean to implement the Supplier Development Initiative (SDP). \nMission team with the CEO and COO of FMS Bakery and restaurant in Kitwe\, with some of the products from their bakery displayed on the table. FMS is one of the shortlisted SDP suppliers based in Kitwe.Photo credit: UNDP Zambia\nIt trained 36 national consultants in early 2025 who became qualified to provide coaching and mentoring to micro\, small and medium-sized enterprises to grow as suppliers to bigger businesses. The SDP is now implementing a pilot with five small-scale mining cooperatives to supply silica to Mopani Copper Mines\, along with ten women-led businesses. \nThe Programme builds skills\, improves business opportunities\, and connects small miners to bigger markets in a fair and sustainable way. \n  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/growing-local-suppliers-for-a-sustainable-mining-future/
LOCATION:Copperbelt\, Kitwe\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
CREATED:20251216T092327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T151603Z
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Zambia’s Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Potential at CAMINEX 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_venue” field_elements=”value”][vc_column_text]The ACP–EU Development Minerals Programme participated in CAMINEX (Copperbelt Agriculture\, Mining\, Industrial and Networking Enterprise) 2025\, held from 27–29 May in Kitwe. \nOn 27 May\, the Programme organized a high-level panel titled “Unlocking Zambia’s ASM Potential: Partnerships\, Policy and Pathways to Inclusive and Sustainable Development” moderated by the Project Coordinator in Zambia\, Simukali Mulongwe – the panel featured Tobias Musonda (Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development)\, Laurent Rudasingwa (UNDP)\, Lyapa Manza (GoviEx Uranium Zambia)\, and Namakau Kaingu (Association of Zambian Women in Mining). \nPanellists take part in a discussion on strengthening artisanal and small-scale mining during the Copperbelt Agriculture\, Mining\, Industrial and Networking Enterprise (CAMINEX) 2025 exhibition in Kitwe\, Zambia. The session\, organized by the ACP–EU Development Minerals Programme\, featured Simukali Mulongwe\, Tobias Musonda\, Laurent Rudasingwa\, Lyapa Manza\, and Namakau Kaingu\, and focused on policy reform\, formalisation\, and partnerships.                    Photo credit: UNDP Zambia\nThe conversation focused on the government’s new Geological and Minerals Development Act of 2025\, including the creation of an ASM Fund\, expanded licensing\, and stronger support for artisanal and small-scale businesses.  \nPanellists discussed how formalisation\, better training\, stronger environmental standards\, and closer partnerships with industry can help miners operate more safely and profitably. The panel discussion helped strengthen partnerships\, increased programme visibility\, facilitated engagements with industry and local government\, and showcased women-led ASM enterprises. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/unlocking-zambias-asm-potential-at-caminex-2025/
LOCATION:Copperbelt\, Kitwe\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
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SUMMARY:ASM Cooperative Receives Made-in-Zambia Stone Crusher
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URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/asm-cooperative-receives-made-in-zambia-stone-crusher/
LOCATION:Livingstone\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
CREATED:20250528T082556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T083627Z
UID:10000013-1716854400-1717113599@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Copperbelt Agriculture\, Mining\, Industrial and Networking Enterprise (CAMINEX)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”150165″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”837837″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”574501″]The Copperbelt Agricultural\, Mining\, Industrial and Networking Enterprise Committee organized and hosted the 2024 edition of the Copperbelt Agricultural\, Mining\, Industrial and Networking Enterprise (CAMINEX) in May 2024\, under the theme “Unlocking Opportunities for Growth: Zambia’s Land linked Position.” The ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme\, in partnership with the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development\, participated to highlight and showcase implemented activities and the roadmap for future activities in the  Programme. CAMINEX served as a platform to facilitate networking among ASMEs involved in the programme\, resulting in increased business linkages.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/copperbelt-agriculture-mining-industrial-and-networking-enterprise-caminex/
LOCATION:Copperbelt\, Kitwe\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
CREATED:20250528T084448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T151450Z
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SUMMARY:Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains\, South-South Cooperation and Knowledge Sharing
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”150177″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”177994″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”134948″]The international Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains addressed the importance of enhancing artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) practices\, specifically focusing on Development Minerals which support livelihoods in numerous countries. Organized by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme\, implemented by the United Nations Development Programme\, and hosted by the Government of Zambia\, the forum brought together over 140 participants from 30 countries.    \nThe forum enabled knowledge exchange among various stakeholders\, including government representatives\, UNDP country office representatives\, environmental agencies\, ASM associations\, mining enterprises\, chambers of mines\, international organizations\, NGOs\, academic institutions\, and private sector entities. Key topics included sustainable ASM practices\, governance tools\, ASM and large-scale mining linkages\, value-addition innovations\, digital market integration\, mineral information management\, and the role of critical minerals in clean energy transition.    \nThe outcomes of the forum included knowledge sharing\, innovation exchange\, policy advocacy\, and networking to foster collaboration and advance sustainable and inclusive mineral value chains. [/vc_column_text][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-438232″ type=”carousel” medias=”150178\,150191\,150190\,150189\,150188\,150187\,150186\,150185\,150184\,150183\,150182\,150181\,150180\,150179\,150192″ carousel_lg=”5″ carousel_md=”3″ carousel_sm=”1″ gutter_size=”2″ media_items=”media|lightbox|original” carousel_v_align=”middle” carousel_interval=”0″ carousel_navspeed=”400″ carousel_nav=”yes” carousel_nav_mobile=”yes” carousel_dots=”yes” stage_padding=”0″ single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_image_anim=”no” single_h_align=”center” single_padding=”2″ single_icon=”fa fa-plus2″ single_border=”yes” lbox_gallery_arrows_bg=”semi-transparent” lbox_caption=”yes” lbox_social=”yes” lbox_deep=”yes” lbox_no_tmb=”yes” no_double_tap=”yes” items=”e30=” uncode_shortcode_id=”102574″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/forum-on-sustainable-and-inclusive-mineral-value-chains-south-south-cooperation-and-knowledge-sharing/
LOCATION:Lusaka\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260501T120300
CREATED:20250528T090114Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition of Development Minerals
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”150200″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”793165″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”192966″]Alongside the Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains\, South-South Cooperation and Knowledge Sharing\, the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme organized an exhibition on Development Minerals.  \nThe exhibition showcased products made from Development Minerals by ASM enterprises from several African\, Caribbean and Pacific countries\, demonstrating the impact of the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme in promoting economic empowerment and job creation.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-181504″ type=”carousel” medias=”150201\,150202\,150203\,150204\,150882\,150881\,150880\,150879\,150878\,150877\,150876\,150875\,150874\,150873\,150872\,150871\,150870\,150869\,150867\,150866\,150865\,150864\,150863\,150862\,150861\,150860″ carousel_lg=”3″ carousel_md=”3″ carousel_sm=”1″ gutter_size=”3″ media_items=”media|lightbox|original\,icon\,caption” carousel_interval=”3000″ carousel_navspeed=”400″ carousel_nav=”yes” carousel_nav_mobile=”yes” stage_padding=”0″ single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_padding=”2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”669246″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/exhibition-of-development-minerals/
LOCATION:Lusaka\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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