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FQML committed to mitigating issues pertaining to environmental degradation 1 Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining in Zambia 

FQML committed to mitigating issues pertaining to environmental degradation

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First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML) is committed to mitigating issues pertaining to environmental degradation and will endeavour to apply sustainable strategic mechanisms which are economically viable, technically appropriate, socially responsible and implement environmentally sound practices. This message was echoed by FQML Zambia Government relations specialist Dr Godwin Beene in a speech read on his behalf by Kachiwala Sapalo, FQM Trident Limited Environmental Manager during the 2022 Environmental Protection Dialogue (EPD) forum organised by the Centre for Environmental Justice (CEJ) in Lusaka, Zambia under the theme “Strong actions for environmental sustainability.”… Read More Here
Omnia’s BME launches graduate programme to boost mining skills 2 International Environment Social Governance (ESG) Explosives 

Omnia’s BME launches graduate programme to boost mining skills

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A two-year graduate programme has been launched by Omnia-group company BME to address youth unemployment and skills shortages in an evolving mining industry. The programme targets various disciplines in engineering and science – including mining, chemistry, and microbiology, as well as skills in the fields of safety, health, environment and quality assurance. This is part of the commitment by BME’s leadership to support skills development and the growth of young people within the mining industry. The initiative is also instrumental in attracting and retaining talent for the company. Announcing the… Read More Here
FQM UNVEILS SOLWEZI’S NEWEST BEACON FOR EDUCATION AND SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT   3 Mining in Zambia Corporate social responsibility Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

FQM UNVEILS SOLWEZI’S NEWEST BEACON FOR EDUCATION AND SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT  

arnbethnic
SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA – First Quantum Minerals has handed over the newly built ultra-modern Philip Pascall Chapel and Theatre (PPCT) to Trident College, one of three Kansanshi Mining-supported schools in Solwezi. The multi-million-dollar facility, which acts as a chapel, conference hall and arts centre, took a total of 13 months to complete. Part of its purpose is to serve as a meeting centre for the college but also for the wider community of Solwezi.  The handover ceremony was graced on behalf of Her Honour, the Republican Vice President by the Minister of Commerce, Trade and… Read More Here
FÉLIX TSHISEKEDI GRANTS A ONE-YEAR TAX AMNESTY TO SMES AND MICRO-ENTERPRISES IN DRC 4 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) Governance 

FÉLIX TSHISEKEDI GRANTS A ONE-YEAR TAX AMNESTY TO SMES AND MICRO-ENTERPRISES IN DRC

arnbethnic
The Congolese Head of State Félix Tshisekedi granted by ordinance-Law a one-year tax amnesty to all small and medium-sized enterprises as well as micro enterprises operating in different economic sectors. According to a copy of the ordinance law N ° 22/030 of September 08, 2022, relating to the promotion of entrepreneurship and startups, it is clearly indicated in article 50 that within the framework incentive measures that have already been taken, particularly around ​​taxation and the business climate, the beneficiary companies benefit –          total or partial exemption from the payment of… Read More Here
The DRC mining sector represented 99.3% of the country's exports and contributed 24.79% to jobs in 2019(report) 5 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

The DRC mining sector represented 99.3% of the country’s exports and contributed 24.79% to jobs in 2019(report)

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The mining sector of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains, to this day, the key sector of the Congolese national economy. In 2019, exports from this sector were estimated at 99.3% of the country’s total exports and contributed 24.79% in jobs in 2019, informs a report by the non-governmental organization ” Makuta ya Maendeleo” on the Mining Fund for Future Generations (FOMIN). Considered as one of the richest countries in the world in natural resources, in particular mines, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the world’s leading producer… Read More Here
Cited in the Vidiye Tshimanga case in the DRC, Ivanhoe Mines invited to enlighten the public on its links with its partners 6 Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining in DRC 

Cited in the Vidiye Tshimanga case in the DRC, Ivanhoe Mines invited to enlighten the public on its links with its partners

arnbethnic
The Canadian mining company whose activity is concentrated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo around production from the copper mine in joint venture of Kamoa-Kakula and the historical mine of zinc-copper-germanium-silver of Kipushi, Ivanhoe mines is quoted in a case of corruption and influence peddling. In a widely shared video revealing the direct involvement of a close associate of the Congolese president in the granting of mining permits, Ivanhoe mines is cited as a partner of COBAMIN, a mining company owned by Vidiye Tshimanga. “With Ivanhoe, they have 80%,… Read More Here
FQM's wildlife protection and rehabilitation in Zambia 7 Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining in Zambia 

FQM’s wildlife protection and rehabilitation in Zambia

arnbethnic
Have you ever heard of a mining company conserving wildlife? In a first for a Zambian mine, FQM Trident through its Wildlife Management Team of Trident Foundation has partnered with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) to protect and rehabilitate the West Lunga Management Area. This week, the process of restocking the West Lunga National Park with 40 impalas began, with 3 male eland and 6 sable antelopes also in line for transportation to the Ntambu Community Game Ranch. The motive? Restoring West Lunga to a thriving biome,… Read More Here
The DRC Chamber of Mines sensitizes companies to participate in the EITI workshop to improve the information quality in their reports 8 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

The DRC Chamber of Mines sensitizes companies to participate in the EITI workshop to improve the information quality in their reports

arnbethnic
In her opening remarks, Bernadette Mpundu Mpia, Coordinator of the Chamber of Mines of the Federation of Enterprises of Congo (FEC), sensitized companies to participate in the workshop to strengthen the focal points of provincial and territorial financial authorities as well as extractive companies organized by the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (ITIE-RDC) in the city of Lubumbashi in Haut-Katanga. According to Bernadette Mpundu, this activity is very important because it is part of the preparation for the imminent declarations of the data which will be used to draw up the… Read More Here
An NGO denounces kickbacks requested by certain political figures in the DRC (A Press Release by CNPAV) 9 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) Governance Mining Policy 

An NGO denounces kickbacks requested by certain political figures in the DRC (A Press Release by CNPAV)

arnbethnic
The Coalition – Congo is not for sale (CNPAV) remains concerned about the deterioration of the business climate in the country and strongly denounces influence peddling and retro-commissions solicited by certain politically exposed personalities in the country. The CNPAV considers that the video published on September 14, 2022 by Le Temps and OCCRP showing Mr. Vidiye Tshimanga Tshipanda, former adviser to President Felix Tshisekedi in charge of Strategic Issues, soliciting shares in a company that would have liked to settle in the mining sector Congolese, illustrates the contrast between the… Read More Here
A new business hub in North-Western Province 10 Mining in Zambia Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

A new business hub in North-Western Province

arnbethnic
What does the new Kalumbila MFEZ mean for businesspeople, and Zambia’s economy? Kalumbila Town was designated a Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ) on 16 September 2022, in order to fast-track economic development in North-Western Province. Naturally, Zambians will want to understand who will benefit from this decision. Mining For Zambia asked the superintendent of the Kalumbila Town Development Corporation and two Zambian business owners to explain what an MFEZ is and, ultimately, what it will do for businesspeople and Zambia’s economy. What is a Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ)? An MFEZ is a specifically designated… Read More Here

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