Monday, May 14, 2007

Zambia shuts manganese mine for safety violations

(Reuters) - Zambia has shut down its first manganese mine because the Chinese-owned facility failed to meet safety and pollution standards, an environmental authority said on Monday.

Chiman Manufacturing Ltd would not be allowed to reopen until its safety record improved and emissions from the mine and smelter were brought under control, said Justin Mokosa, spokesman of the Environmental Council of Zambia (ECZ).


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