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Oscillate Secures Exclusive Agreement to Acquire High-Potential Copper-Silver Licences in Botswana 1

Oscillate to Acquire 17 Copper-Silver Licences in Botswana’s Kalahari Copper Belt Under Deal With Kalahari Copper Copper and base metals developer Oscillate has signed a nonbinding heads of terms agreement with Kalahari Copper to acquire a subsidiary that holds a portfolio of copper and silver exploration licences in Botswana. The proposed acquisition involves 17 tenements, known as the Dalsu prospects, located within the highly prospective Kalahari Copper Belt and the Bushman Lineament—regions recognized for their potential in hosting sedimentary copper deposits. The transaction, which will be executed via a share… Read More Here

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Barrick CEO Reaffirms Long-Term Copper Optimism Despite U.S. Tariff Shock

July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 Constance

Barrick CEO Says Copper Demand Will Outpace Supply Despite U.S. Tariff Volatility Copper miners remain confident in the metal’s long-term prospects, despite the short-term price turbulence caused by the United States’ newly announced 50% tariff on imported copper, according to Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow. Speaking in Lusaka, Zambia—where Barrick is significantly expanding its copper operations—Bristow emphasized that the underlying fundamentals for copper remain strong, even as geopolitical decisions create short-term uncertainty. On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new 50% tariff on copper imports, effective August 1, citing… Read More Here

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FQM’s Stake in Prospect Resources set to Extend Sentinel Mine and Drive Zambia’s Copper Growth

July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 Constance

FQM Targets Sentinel Mine Life Extension Through Strategic Investment in Mumbezhi Copper Project First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM) recent strategic investment in Prospect Resources could significantly extend the life of its flagship Sentinel copper mine in Zambia, according to FQM Country Director Anthony Mukutuma. In April, the Canada-based mining giant acquired a 15% stake in Prospect Resources, becoming the largest shareholder in the Australia-listed exploration company. This move marks a key step in strengthening FQM’s copper resource base in Zambia. READ ALSO:FQM Invests in Prospect Resources to Advance Mumbezhi Copper Project… Read More Here

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Barrick’s $2B Lumwana Expansion to Double Copper Output and Drive Sustainable Growth in Zambia

July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 Constance

Barrick’s $2 Billion Lumwana Mine Expansion Set to Double Copper Output and Boost Zambia’s Economy Construction of the $2-billion expansion at Barrick Gold Corporation’s Lumwana copper mine in Zambia is well underway, marking a pivotal step in its transformation into a world-class Tier 1 copper operation. The project is being spearheaded by the NYSE- and TSX-listed mining giant and is set to significantly increase output and economic impact. During a recent visit to Lusaka, Barrick president and CEO Mark Bristow highlighted how the expansion builds on a remarkable turnaround that… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines Reports 112,009 Tonnes of Copper Produced by Kamoa-Kakula in Q2 2025

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 Constance

Vancouver, Canada – July 8, 2025 — Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN, OTCQX: IVPAF) has announced robust second-quarter 2025 production results and provided updates on key project developments at its flagship operations: Kamoa-Kakula, Kipushi, and Platreef. During Q2 2025, the Kamoa-Kakula Phase 1, 2, and 3 concentrators processed a combined 3.62 million tonnes of ore, producing 112,009 tonnes of copper. This marks an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Copper production for the first half of 2025 now totals 245,127 tonnes. Phase 1 and 2 concentrators are currently… Read More Here

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India Unveils Strategic Plan to Boost Copper Output and Secure Global Supply Chain

July 7, 2025July 7, 2025 Constance

India Plans Major Copper Expansion by 2047 with Global Partnerships and Investment Incentives India has announced a comprehensive strategy to ramp up copper production, reduce its dependency on imports, and secure long-term access to global copper reserves. The plan includes inviting foreign companies to establish smelters and refineries in India in exchange for state-owned enterprises investing in overseas mining operations. According to a newly released government policy document—portions of which were first reported by Reuters—India, currently the world’s second-largest importer of refined copper, may need to import between 91% and… Read More Here

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India Targets Critical Minerals in Zambia Amid Global Supply Concerns

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 Constance

India has deployed a team of geologists to Zambia to explore deposits of copper and cobalt, two minerals critical to its clean energy transition, according to two Indian government sources. The Zambian government has allocated 9,000 square kilometers (approximately 3,475 square miles) to India for this exploration initiative. The focus will be on cobalt—a vital component in batteries for electric vehicles and mobile phones—and copper, which is widely used in power generation, electronics, and construction. The exploration project is expected to span three years, with most of the sample analysis… Read More Here

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Patriot Resources Begins Drilling at New Copper Prospect in Zambia

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 Constance

Australian mining company Patriot Resources announced on Monday the commencement of drilling operations at its newly identified Copper Top Hill prospect, located approximately 850 metres northeast of the Sugarloaf copper deposit in Zambia’s Central Copperbelt. The Copper Top Hill prospect was recently delineated following geological mapping and surface sampling, which revealed visible copper mineralisation extending along strike for over 800 metres. Based on these findings, Patriot formally designated the area as a new discovery within the Sugarloaf licence. Rock chip samples collected from the site returned copper grades of up… Read More Here

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FQM Resumes Copper Shipments from Panama Amid Hopes for Mine Restart

June 29, 2025June 29, 2025 Constance

First Quantum Minerals Ltd. has resumed shipments of copper concentrate from its Cobre Panama mine, 19 months after operations were halted by Panama’s Supreme Court, which ruled the mine’s license unconstitutional. On June 18, a bulk carrier named Lipsi departed from Punto Rincón, First Quantum’s private port used exclusively for exporting concentrate from the Cobre Panama operation, according to Bloomberg data. The ship, which can carry around 35,000 deadweight tons, is reportedly en route to deliver its cargo to German copper smelter Aurubis AG, according to sources familiar with the… Read More Here

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Angola to Begin Copper Production Mavoio Mine in September

June 27, 2025June 27, 2025 Constance

The Mavoio copper mine, located in the municipality of Maquela do Zombo in Angola’s Uíge Province, is set to begin operations this September, entering its first phase of production with an expected output of 2,500 tons of copper per day. This marks a significant step for the country’s mining industry and regional development. According to a statement from the provincial government of Uíge, the mine has a total exploration capacity of 4,000 tons per day. The project spans an area of 2,000 square kilometers and includes both open-pit and underground… Read More Here