Mining companies operating in Lunda-Norte province have been urged to establish tax domiciles in the region, with only 36 out of 41 companies having completed the transfer to the Chitato Tax Office.
This directive was revealed by the National Diamond Company (Endiama) website.
At a meeting convened by Governor Deolinda Vilarinho, stakeholders discussed the need for increased attention to social responsibility actions by mining companies to mitigate environmental damage and uplift local communities.
Concerns were raised regarding mining production, environmental impact, and the responsible management of inert materials.
Recommendations included adherence to environmental protection laws, repurposing disused exploration areas for sanitary landfills, and the employment of registered medical professionals.
Domingos Margarida, Endiama’s administrator for Human Resources and Exploration, was present at the meeting to address these issues.
