Government Urges Charcoal Traders to Shift to Gas to Curb Deforestation

The Ministry of Green Economy and Environment has called on charcoal traders and producers to transition to the gas business, describing it as a cheaper, cleaner and safer alternative that can help reduce deforestation and lower household energy costs. Charcoal trading remains a major economic activity in Zambia, reportedly contributing over three percent to the […]


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