Government Urges Charcoal Traders to Shift to Gas to Curb Deforestation

2026-02-18 - 17:08

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