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 1.      Terms of the lochner -  Lewanika treaty of 1890                    

-       BSAC would have exclusive mining rights in Bulozi

-       Lewanika would be paid 200 pounds a year and royalties of 4% of all mineral in the area

-       BSAC would build schools and promote trade

-       Bulozi would be protected from external attacks

-       Lewanika would be a constitutional king 

A British resident would be posted to the area to monitor BSAC activities advice Lewanika 

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