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A recurring theme that is causing apprehension amongst stake holders is section 15 of the Bill – which allow.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/governments-proposed-acquisition-of-mining-rights-under-the-minerals-regulation-commission-bill) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Legislation](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/legislation) [Mining](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/mining) [Moira Mukuka Legal Practitioners](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/moira-mukuka-legal-practitioners) ## [60 Years of Independence: The Orange on the Zambian Flag](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/60-years-of-independence-the-orange-on-the-zambian-flag) The Zambian flag symbolises Zambia’s sovereignty and freedom, reflecting unity, the struggle for liberation, and the natural resources that have been the backbone of the economy for the past 60 years. Mining, particularly copper, has been central to Zambia’s economic free.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/60-years-of-independence-the-orange-on-the-zambian-flag) [Energy](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/energy) [Foreign Investment](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/foreign-investment) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Moira Mukuka Legal Practitioners](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/moira-mukuka-legal-practitioners) ## [Mineral Exploration in Zambia – A Guide to the Regulatory Framework](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/mineral-exploration-in-zambia-a-guide-to-the-regulatory-framework) Zambia has a strong history of copper production dating back close to 100 years and is the second largest producer of copper in Africa. Copper accounts for 70 percent of Zambia’s export earnings. The traditional mineral exports are copper and cobalt with Zambia having one.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/mineral-exploration-in-zambia-a-guide-to-the-regulatory-framework) [Energy](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/energy) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Regulation](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/regulation) [Legislation](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/legislation) [Projects and Procurement](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/projects-and-procurement) [Moira Mukuka Legal Practitioners](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/moira-mukuka-legal-practitioners) ## [Open Access Electricity Market – the Elephant in the Room](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/open-access-electricity-market-the-elephant-in-the-room) Zambia’s energy sector has evolved over the years, with the adoption of the National Energy Policy 2019, the Electricity Act 2019, and the Energy Regulation Act 2019 collectively paving the way for a liberalised open access market. An open access market allows independent.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/open-access-electricity-market-the-elephant-in-the-room) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Energy & Natural Resources](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/energy-natural-resources) [Electricity](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/electricity) [Bowmans](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/bowmans) ## [Zambia Adopts an Open Access Regime for the Electricity Market](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/zambia-adopts-an-open-access-regime-for-the-electricity-market) On 19 July 2024, Zambia enacted the Electricity (Open Access) Regulations, 2024, joining many other countries and jurisdictions across the world that have implemented open markets in their electricity industries. The adoption of an open access regime is a necessity for Za.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/zambia-adopts-an-open-access-regime-for-the-electricity-market) [Data Protection](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/data-protection) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [ICT](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/ict) [Mulenga Mundashi Legal Practitioners](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/mulenga-mundashi-legal-practitioners) ## [Data Protection Compliance: Insights into the Revised Enforcement Roadmap](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/data-protection-compliance-insights-into-the-revised-enforcement-roadmap) In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, safeguarding personal data has emerged as a paramount concern for businesses worldwide. As jurisdictions enact stringent data protection regulations, business must navigate complex legal frameworks to ensure compliance and mitigate.. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/data-protection-compliance-insights-into-the-revised-enforcement-roadmap) [Competition/Antitrust](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/competition-antitrust) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Legislation](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/legislation) [LEX Africa](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/lex-africa) ## [The enhancement of Competition and Consumer Protection regulation in Zambia by the new amendments to the Competition and Consumer Protection Act](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/the-enhancement-of-competition-and-consumer-protection-regulation-in-zambia-by-the-new-amendments-to-the-competition-and-consumer-protection-act) On 26 December 2023, the Competition and Consumer Protection (Amendment) Act No. 21 of 2023 was passed into law, effectively amending various provisions of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission Act No. 24 of 2010. The new changes to the Principal Act are the .. [Read More](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/the-enhancement-of-competition-and-consumer-protection-regulation-in-zambia-by-the-new-amendments-to-the-competition-and-consumer-protection-act) [Intellectual Property](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/intellectual-property) [Zambia](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/zambia) [Legislation](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/tag/legislation) [Werksmans Attorneys](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/author/werksmans-attorneys) ## [Zambia introduces welcomed revisions in the Trade Marks Bill 2023](https://insights.afriwise.com/blog/zambia-introduces-welcomed-revisions-in-the-trade-marks-bill-2023) Zambia’s Trade Mark legislation is currently the Trade Marks Act (Chapter 401) 1958 In 2023 the Trade Marks Bill 2023 was passed. The commencement date for the Trade Marks Bill 2023 is not yet known and in terms of S155 the Minister may make Regulations for the better car.. 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