Infrastructural Development - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

DR Congo-Zambia Kasomeno-Kasenga-Chalwe Corridor Set for 2027 Opening 1

New DR Congo-Zambia Road Corridor to Ease Trade Bottlenecks with 2027 Opening Target A new transport corridor linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia is expected to open in 2027 if construction remains on schedule. The Kasomeno-Kasenga-Chalwe corridor is being developed under a concession awarded jointly by the two countries to GED Africa and includes a major bridge over the Luapula River, a cross-border road link and a one-stop border post. Located in Haut-Katanga province in the DRC, the project is designed to provide an alternative route to… Read More Here

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Zambia Begins K3.2 Billion Rehabilitation of Livingstone-Sesheke Road to Boost Trade and Tourism Connectivity

July 13, 2026July 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

Livingstone-Sesheke Road Upgrade Begins as Zambia Awards K3.2 Billion Highway Rehabilitation Contracts The long-awaited rehabilitation of the Livingstone-Sesheke Road is set to commence after the Road Development Agency (RDA) awarded contracts worth more than K3.2 billion to upgrade the key transport corridor. The 212-kilometre M10 highway rehabilitation project is expected to significantly improve connectivity between Zambia’s tourism centres, border areas and commercial hubs while strengthening road infrastructure in Livingstone, Sesheke, Kazungula and Mwandi districts. The project has been awarded to Sino-Hydro Corporation Limited, in partnership with Nchifar Enterprises Limited, with… Read More Here

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US$300 Million Kafue Multi-Facility Economic Zone Approaches Completion

July 13, 2026July 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

Zambia’s US$300 Million Kafue Economic Zone Nears Operation, Set to Drive Manufacturing and Job Creation A US$300 million multi-facility economic zone in Kafue, Zambia, is nearing completion and is expected to begin operations soon, marking a major milestone in the country’s industrial development ambitions. The Golden Baobab Multi-Facility Economic Zone has already attracted a number of companies and investors, with some businesses beginning to install machinery and prepare for commercial operations. Once fully operational, the project is expected to become one of Zambia’s largest industrial investment hubs. Construction of the… Read More Here

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China and Namibia Deepen Strategic Partnership in Energy, Minerals and Infrastructure

July 13, 2026July 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

China Expands Investment Cooperation with Namibia in Critical Minerals, Energy and Economic Development China and Namibia have agreed to strengthen cooperation across key economic sectors, including energy, agriculture, infrastructure and critical minerals, following talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Beijing. The discussions marked a significant step in Namibia’s efforts to attract foreign investment, create jobs and diversify its economy. President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited China for seven days as part of her government’s push to secure investment from one of the world’s largest economies and leading… Read More Here

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KCM Launches New Weighbridge at Nchanga Open Pit to Enhance Operational Efficiency and Safety

June 29, 2026June 29, 2026 Constance0 comment

Konkola Copper Mines Commissions US$135,000 Nchanga Open Pit Weighbridge to Improve Efficiency and Traffic Flow Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) Plc has commissioned a new US$135,000 weighbridge at the Nchanga Open Pit aimed at improving operational efficiency, enhancing traffic flow and supporting the movement of materials within the mine. The commissioning ceremony opened with a safety briefing by Sydney Chikwamo, Safety Manager for Hanhe, who stressed the importance of effective traffic management around the facility. He noted that increased truck movements require stronger safety measures to prevent incidents and ensure smooth… Read More Here

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Kinshasa Faces Major Road Infrastructure Gap as Government Accelerates National Development Projects

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

Kinshasa Has Only 1,000 km of Developed Roads Despite Need for 6,000 km, Says Infrastructure Minister KINSHASA – The Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital is facing a significant shortage of road infrastructure, with only a fraction of the urban road network required to support its rapidly growing population. According to Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works John Banza, Kinshasa currently has approximately 1,000 kilometers of developed roads, compared to an estimated requirement of 6,000 kilometers. This means that only about 17% of the city’s road infrastructure needs have been met.… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Energy Infrastructural Development

Zambia’s ERB Approves 32 Energy Licences and K4.5 Billion Investment in Power, Fuel, and Renewables

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance0 comment

Zambia Energy Sector 2026: ERB Approves 32 Licences, K4.5 Billion Investment in Solar, Fuel Stations and Infrastructure The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 32 new energy licences, 16 construction permits, and multiple licence amendments, unlocking investment commitments worth approximately K4.5 billion (US$253 million) for energy infrastructure and service delivery in Zambia. Speaking during a media briefing on Thursday, ERB Public Relations Manager Namukolo Kasumpa said the approvals covered the electricity, renewable energy and downstream petroleum sectors, reflecting continued expansion across the country’s energy value chain. She said the decisions… Read More Here

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Zambia and US Expand $491 Million Grant Programme to Support Lobito Corridor Infrastructure

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance

Zambia, US Redirect Part of $491 Million Agriculture Grant to Boost Lobito Corridor and Critical Minerals Infrastructure Zambia has reached an agreement with the United States’ Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) to expand the scope of a $491 million grant programme, allowing part of the funding to support infrastructure linked to the country’s critical minerals sector and the strategic Lobito Corridor. The grant, signed in 2024 under the MCC’s “farm-to-market” initiative, was initially designed to strengthen agricultural development and improve rural transport networks in Africa’s second-largest copper producer. According to a… Read More Here

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KCM’s US$5 Million Road Upgrade Project Nears Completion in Chililabombwe and Chingola

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance

Konkola Copper Mines Nears Completion of US$5 Million Road Rehabilitation Project in Zambia’s Copperbelt Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has made significant progress on its US$5 million road rehabilitation programme in Chililabombwe and Chingola, with construction works in Chililabombwe approaching completion and road upgrades gathering pace in Chingola. The infrastructure initiative involves the rehabilitation and construction of approximately eight kilometres of roads across the two Copperbelt towns, including 4.1 kilometres in Chililabombwe and 3.9 kilometres in Chingola. The project forms part of KCM’s broader commitment to community development and infrastructure improvement… Read More Here

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US and South Africa Open Talks on Mining and Infrastructure Cooperation Amid Diplomatic Thaw

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 Constance

US and South Africa Hold High-Level Talks on Critical Minerals, Mining Investment, and Infrastructure Projects The United States and South Africa have initiated early-stage discussions on cooperation in mining, infrastructure, and investment, indicating a potential easing of recent diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The engagement, held in Johannesburg, was described as the most senior bilateral meeting between Washington and Pretoria this year. The talks centered on opportunities in critical minerals, a sector of growing strategic importance as the US works to reduce reliance on China-dominated supply chains for materials… Read More Here