History
The Chamber of Mines of Zambia is registered as an association for mining employers, be they large mining companies or single employers
. It was originally formed in September 1942 as the Northern Rhodesia Chamber of Mines.
It operated until 1965 when the Copper Industry Service Bureau (CISB) replaced it. The Chamber of Mines was re-established in 2000 after the privatisation of the mining assets were completed.
Mission Statement
Promoting the interests of its members, and encouraging, protecting and fostering the Mining Industry of Zambia and doing everything necessary and advisable for the advancement /achievement of those objectives.
Operations
The Policy Making Body of the Chamber of Mines of Zambia is the Council whose composition is as below:
- One representative from each Class A Member
- One representative elected by Class B Members jointly amongst their number. Other Class B Members may be elected if in the opinion of Council, their capacity and technical capability warrants individual representation
- One representative elected by Class C Members jointly from their number
- One representative elected by Associate Members jointly from amongst their number.
