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Zambian Govt to Implement Measures to Tackle Power Crisis 1 Mining in Zambia Electricity Hydro power plant 

Zambian Govt to Implement Measures to Tackle Power Crisis

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The Zambian government is introducing several interventions to address the current power crisis, according to Energy Minister Peter Kapala. These measures include the importation of diesel-powered generators and the expansion of Maamba Collieries. Minister Kapala expressed concern over the ongoing load shedding, which has been caused by reduced water levels at hydroelectric power stations. He made these remarks during a tour of the Kafue Gorge and Kariba North Power Stations alongside Water and Sanitation Minister Mike Mposha. Kapala announced that the increased load shedding schedule will be reviewed in October… Read More Here
EIZ to Conduct Technical Audits for Lusaka-Ndola Road Upgrade 2 Mining in Zambia Infrastructural Development 

EIZ to Conduct Technical Audits for Lusaka-Ndola Road Upgrade

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The Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) has announced plans to conduct technical audits of the upgrade of the Lusaka-Ndola Road into a dual carriageway. EIZ President Wesley Kaluba stated that this initiative aims to ensure that quality work is carried out on the road. Mr. Kaluba emphasized the importance of all engineers involved in the project being accredited by the institution. This accreditation will facilitate monitoring and enable disciplinary action against anyone found erring during the project. Speaking to ZNBC News in Lusaka, Mr. Kaluba highlighted the Institution’s commitment to… Read More Here
Zambia Ranks as Africa's Third Best Mining Investment Destination 3 Copper Economy Mining in Zambia 

Zambia Ranks as Africa’s Third Best Mining Investment Destination

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Zambia has been ranked the third best mining investment destination in Africa, according to the latest Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Global Mining Investors. This marks a significant improvement, as the country has moved up from 12th to third position. The 2023 report surveyed investors’ opinions on 86 mining jurisdictions worldwide. The Zambia Chamber of Mines expressed satisfaction with the country’s progress in becoming more competitive for mining investment. Chamber President Godwin Beene highlighted the importance of the next step: reforming the overall mining regulatory framework to align with global… Read More Here
Gas Shortage Forces Rio Tinto to Declare Force Majeure on Queensland Alumina Cargoes 4 International 

Gas Shortage Forces Rio Tinto to Declare Force Majeure on Queensland Alumina Cargoes

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Rio Tinto Group has declared force majeure on alumina shipments from its refineries in Queensland, Australia, due to a gas shortage impacting its operations, according to sources familiar with the situation. The company notified clients on Monday, the sources said, requesting anonymity due to the private nature of the information. Rio Tinto produces alumina, the raw material for aluminum, at its Yarwun refinery and at Queensland Alumina, a joint venture with Russia’s United Co. Rusal International. The refineries have struggled to maintain operations because of a regional gas shortage. In… Read More Here
Zimbabwe lithium miners table refinery plans under govt pressure 5 International Battery Metals Lithium 

Zimbabwe lithium miners table refinery plans under govt pressure

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Four lithium mining companies have tabled plans to produce battery-grade lithium in Zimbabwe, a government official said on Monday. Zimbabwe, Africa’s top producer of lithium, which is used in electric vehicle batteries and to store renewable energy, is prodding miners to refine the mineral locally as it hopes to boost its economy. Currently, Chinese lithium miners, who dominate the sector in Zimbabwe, only produce lithium concentrates which they ship to China for further processing. Last November, Zimbabwe’s finance minister Mthuli Ncube said the government had given miners up to March… Read More Here
Easing Sanctions on Dan Gertler Sparks Controversy in U.S. Congress 6 Mining in DRC 

Easing Sanctions on Dan Gertler Sparks Controversy in U.S. Congress

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The recent announcement of easing American sanctions on businessman Dan Gertler has ignited controversy within the United States Congress. Despite Gertler being required to relinquish his mining assets in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), some lawmakers oppose the move. In a letter dated May 21, 2024, sent to Secretaries Anthony Blinken and Janet Yellen, a group of U.S. Congress members argued that lifting sanctions on the Israeli billionaire would violate U.S. law, particularly concerning transparency and anti-corruption efforts. “We believe his potential delisting would seriously undermine the strength of… Read More Here
Rwanda Considers Stricter Penalties to Combat Illegal Mining Under New Bill 7 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

Rwanda Considers Stricter Penalties to Combat Illegal Mining Under New Bill

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Rwanda is once again contemplating stringent measures to curb illegal mining and mineral trade offenses with the introduction of the new Mining and Quarrying Operations Bill. This move follows increased pressure from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the international community, which have accused Rwanda of facilitating the laundering of minerals stolen from the DRC and fueling conflict in Eastern Congo to exploit these resources illicitly. Judith Uwizeye, Minister to the President of the Republic, highlighted the need to amend the existing 2018 law to impose harsher penalties that… Read More Here
Zijin Mining to Boost Copper Production with Focus on DRC Expansion 8 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper Lithium 

Zijin Mining to Boost Copper Production with Focus on DRC Expansion

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Zijin Mining Group, China’s leading copper producer, has announced plans to significantly increase its production targets in response to anticipated continued rises in copper prices driven by persistent supply shortages. This strategic move will accelerate the development of its mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to sources. Zijin Mining aims to increase its copper production to 1.22 million tonnes by 2025, which is a 4% rise from its previous forecast. By 2028, the company targets an ambitious production range of 1.5 to 1.6 million tonnes, marking a… Read More Here
DRC Forces Push to Reclaim Key Mining Town from M23 Rebels 9 Mining in DRC Coltan Regional conflict 

DRC Forces Push to Reclaim Key Mining Town from M23 Rebels

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The armed forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) have launched multiple assaults this week, in collaboration with the youth militia group Wazalendo, to retake the mining town of Rubaya from the M23 rebels, who are reportedly supported by Rwanda. Local sources indicate that intense fighting is currently underway in Runigi, less than 10 km from Rubaya in Masisi territory, between loyalist forces and the rebels. Reports to MINES.CD confirm that Wazalendo resistance fighters have regained control of the village of Somikivu in Rutshuru territory and are advancing on… Read More Here
Kenyan President Calls on DRC to Address Internal Strife 10 Mining in DRC Governance Regional conflict 

Kenyan President Calls on DRC to Address Internal Strife

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Kenyan President William Ruto has urged the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to confront its internal challenges and cease falsely implicating Rwanda in the violence plaguing its eastern territories. In an interview with the French media outlet Jeune Afrique, President Ruto stressed the importance of the DRC, led by President Felix Tshisekedi, addressing the root causes of the conflict in the east, primarily driven by the M23 rebel fighters. During a meeting of heads of state, it was confirmed that the M23 fighters are of Congolese origin, not Rwandan, as… Read More Here

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