Zambia has a wide range of natural resources including copper, cobalt, silver, uranium, lead, coal, zinc, gold, and emerald. In fact, it is one of the main producers of semi-precious gemstones and cobalt. The country is also recognized internationally as a major producer of tourmaline, amethyst, and aquamarine.
Overview Of Resources In Zambia
The country Zambia is also recognized internationally as a major producer of tourmaline, amethyst, and aquamarine. Zambia is the fourth largest copper producer in the world, and holds about 6% of global copper reserves. It also has abundant wildlife, lakes, and rivers. The mining industry has been the country’s main economic backbone, especially the mining and refining of copper. Since the early 20th century, a number of metalliferous and non-metalliferous resources have been discovered, which have expanded mining and exploration efforts within the country. Some of the major natural resources of Zambia are highlighted below.
