RE: Prem31 Jan 2026 09:54
The EPO delay:
EPO delays are caused by Zimbabwe’s overhaul of the entire EPO system — stricter vetting, suspension of new applications, reclaiming inactive ground, and treating lithium as a strategic mineral. The process is slow, political, and heavily scrutinised.
Glencore’s involvement changes the entire equation. Their political weight, credibility, and strategic value to Zimbabwe dramatically increase the likelihood of EPO conversion. With Glencore backing, Zulu evolves from a single‑pit mine into a district‑scale lithium asset, unlocking long‑term scale, funding, and national strategic importance.
Acker