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Mining Spills Threaten Rivers and Groundwater | Zambia News
Mining spills in Zambia’s North-Western Province are sparking urgent alarm as local leaders demand tighter environmental oversight. Kenneth Kapata, Secretary for the Council of Elders, warns communities like Dengwe and Lungwa face contaminated water threatening both ecosystems and public health. He calls for ZEMA and other agencies to urgently monitor surface and groundwater pollution, stressing proactive measures to prevent crises. While ZEMA denies specific spill reports, it vows to investigate — highlighting the critical need to balance development with environmental and community safety…
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