VOICED: Mine tax key voter issue as Zambia bids to spread the wealth

What economic challenge does Zambia face despite the rise in copper prices?

• High unemployment rates

• Most of the population lives on less than $2 a day

• Lack of foreign investment

• Decreasing copper production

What is the Patriotic Front's proposal to address Zambia's economic issues?

• Nationalize the copper mines

• Increase foreign investment

• Implement a windfall tax on mining revenues

• Reduce mining taxes

What was Mopani Copper Mine accused of by NGOs?

• Labor rights violations

• Tax evasion

• Illegal mining operations

• Environmental pollution

How has Mopani Copper Mine contributed to the local community?

• By increasing mining taxes

• By reducing copper prices

• By investing in corporate social responsibility projects

• By exporting more copper

According to the IMF, who is responsible for ensuring that Zambia benefits from its natural resources?

• International NGOs

• The mining companies

• The local communities

• The Zambian government