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IRH Invests Over $800 Million in Mopani Copper Mines to Drive Growth and Sustainability 1

International Resources Holdings (IRH) has committed over $800 million towards revitalizing Mopani Copper Mines on Zambia’s Copperbelt, marking a significant milestone in the country’s mining sector. This investment is part of a broader $1 billion initiative aimed at enhancing production capacity and promoting long-term sustainability at the mine. Mopani Copper Mines’ CEO, Charles Sakanya, confirmed the financial injection, emphasizing its role in modernizing operations and fostering future growth. The funds will be used to improve infrastructure, boost operational efficiencies, and create opportunities for local suppliers and contractors. During a recent… Read More Here

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Zambia Targets 1 Million Tons of Copper in 2025 as Mine Revivals Boost Output

April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 Constance

Zambia’s copper production is expected to reach approximately 1 million metric tons in 2025, up from an estimated 820,000 tons in 2024, according to Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane. This projected 22% year-over-year increase signals a major recovery for Africa’s second-largest copper producer and reflects a broader resurgence in the country’s mining sector. The growth is being fueled by the revival of key operations, including the Lubambe, Luanshya, and Kalengwa mines. Despite falling short of the 1 million-ton target in previous years, the government remains committed to reaching its long-term goal… Read More Here

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Kamoa Copper Signs Landmark Deal for Africa’s First Solar Baseload Plant

April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 Constance

Kamoa Copper S.A. has signed a landmark power purchase agreement (PPA) with CrossBoundary Energy to supply baseload renewable energy to the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex near Kolwezi, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This marks a significant milestone in the region’s shift toward sustainable mining operations. Kamoa Copper is a joint venture between Ivanhoe Mines, Zijin Mining Group, and the DRC government, which holds a 20% ownership stake. The Kamoa-Kakula complex is the largest copper mine in Africa, with an annual production capacity of approximately 600,000 tonnes. The on-site… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines Commences Giant Copper Exploration Program in Zambia

April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 Constance

Executive Co-Chair Robert Friedland and President & Chief Executive Officer Marna Cloete have announced that the company has been granted by the Government of the Republic of Zambia a vast, 7,757-square-kilometre package of new exploration licences in the highly-prospective North-Western Province of Zambia. Ivanhoe’s thesis behind the strategically selected licence package is to explore for an extension of the Central African Copperbelt. As announced on September 10, 2024, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between Ivanhoe Mines and the Republic of Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development (Ministry of… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Faces Arbitration Proceedings Over Trafigura Payment Dispute

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025 Constance

LUSAKA – ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (LUSE: ZCCM-IH) has informed its shareholders and the investing public of ongoing confidential arbitration proceedings initiated by Trafigura Pte Limited. The arbitration, filed under the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) Rules 2020 on February 24, 2024, follows Trafigura’s demand for payment made on November 21, 2023. The dispute relates to a guarantee signed on July 28, 2021, by ZCCM-IH’s then-CEO. The guarantee was provided as security for a ZMW 1.663 billion (approximately US$100 million) prepayment agreement between Trafigura and Konkola Copper Mines Plc… Read More Here

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Codelco Shifts Copper Sales to U.S. Amid Trade Uncertainty

March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 Constance

Codelco, the world’s largest copper producer, is redirecting some of its spot sales to the United States, CEO Rubén Alvarado announced on Friday. This move follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s February directive to investigate potential tariffs on copper imports, an effort aimed at revitalizing domestic production. The announcement has fueled a surge in copper demand. Alvarado expressed confidence in copper’s long-term market fundamentals and dismissed concerns over potential sanctions or tariffs. “We are committed to meeting the needs of our U.S. clients and have adjusted part of our spot sales… Read More Here

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FQM Suspends Public Tours of Panama Copper Mine Amid Govt Pressure

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 Constance

First Quantum Minerals announced on Thursday that it will halt public tours of its shuttered copper mine in Panama following concerns raised by President José Raúl Mulino that the company should not create the impression that the site remains operational. Speaking at a press conference earlier that day, Mulino clarified that no discussions had taken place with First Quantum regarding the mine’s future. The Panamanian government ordered its closure in late 2023 after widespread public protests over environmental concerns. “I don’t want them to give the impression that the mine… Read More Here

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Zijin Mining Sees 52% Profit Growth Amid Rising Copper and Gold Prices

March 26, 2025March 26, 2025 Constance

Zijin Mining Group, China’s largest metals producer, reported a 52% surge in profit for the past year, driven by higher copper and gold prices, as well as increased production. Net income rose to 32.1 billion yuan ($4.4 billion), while sales climbed 3.5% to 303.6 billion yuan, according to an exchange filing. The company had initially expected earnings to increase by 53%, reaching 32 billion yuan. Over the past decade, Zijin has expanded aggressively, becoming a significant global copper supplier through major new projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo and… Read More Here

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First Quantum Opens Cobre Panama to Public in Bid for Restart Support

March 26, 2025March 26, 2025 Constance

First Quantum Minerals (TSX: FM) officially opened Cobre Panama to visitors on Monday as part of its efforts to regain public support for restarting the $10 billion copper mine, which has remained shut for over a year. In a press release, Cobre Panama announced the launch of its Mine Visit program, granting the public access to one of Latin America’s most advanced copper mining operations. Guided by Panamanian engineers and miners, visitors can tour key facilities, including the Botija pit, the 300 MW power plant, the international port, and the… Read More Here

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Zambia Faces Environmental Crisis After Copper Mine Waste Spill

March 22, 2025March 22, 2025 Constance

A massive waste spill from a Chinese-owned copper mine in Zambia has raised serious environmental and health concerns, with authorities fearing long-term damage to the Kafue River, the country’s most vital waterway. According to an investigation by the Engineering Institution of Zambia, approximately 50 million liters of waste—containing concentrated acid, dissolved solids, and heavy metals—spilled from the Chambishi copper mine into streams that feed into the Kafue River. The incident occurred on February 18 when a tailings dam at the mine, operated by Sino-Metals Leach Zambia, collapsed. The company is… Read More Here