Botswana’s recently proposed mining law amendments which aim to enhance the nation’s economic prosperity by ensuring its citizens benefit directly from the country’s rich mineral resources could lead to potential risks of litigation and corruption.
Legal experts from Pinsent Masons, a global law firm specializing in mining and resources, have raised concerns that the amendments could lead to a rise in disputes between the government and private companies.
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