Zambia US Talks Tie Medical Aid to Mining

2026-01-25 - 21:10

Zambia is nearing the signing of a confidential memorandum of understanding with the United States that would link health sector support to expanded access for American interests in the country’s mineral resources, including copper, gold, and cobalt. The draft agreement, referred to in official circles as the Zambia US Health Deal, is expected to formalise