KCM Launches “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” Campaign to Boost Copper Production
Konkola Copper Mines Launches Campaign to Promote Safe, Collaborative Copper Production in Zambia
Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has launched the “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” campaign, a company-wide initiative to promote safe, sustainable, and collaborative copper production across all its operations.
The campaign was unveiled during the Best Slogan Award Ceremony at KCM’s Corporate Office in Chingola. Director of Mining, Mr Praveen Sharma, noted that the slogan serves as a motivational tool, reinforcing shared responsibility among employees and business partners while inspiring performance.
Mr Sharma explained that the campaign aligns with the Presidential directive to raise Zambia’s copper production to three million tonnes by 2030, with KCM committing 300,000 metric tonnes annually toward the national target.
The 18,000KT monthly production goal will be achieved through combined output of 10,000KT from Konkola, 6,000KT from the Tailings Leach Plant (TLP), and 2,000KT from Nchanga. He stressed that teamwork and collaboration will be essential to reaching this target.
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Dr John Kunda, praised participants for their creativity and dedication, emphasising KCM’s focus on safe and responsible copper production in support of national development.
He highlighted plans to increase monthly production from 10,000KT to 13,000KT and eventually 18,000KT, noting that unity, collaboration, and ethical conduct will be critical to achieving these milestones.
The competition received over 50 entries, with Wallace Mbozi winning first prize for the slogan “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT,” which translates to “By joining hands together, we can achieve 18,000KT.” He was awarded a Samsung Galaxy S25 valued at K35,000. Foloshi Pride won second prize (K15,000), and Kawanga Sydney took third prize (K10,000).
The campaign reflects KCM’s commitment to enhancing productivity, teamwork, and safety while contributing to Zambia’s national copper production goals.
