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MOPANI AND PROSPERO ZAMBIA TRAIN MINERS’ COOPERATIVES

February 5, 2023February 5, 2023 Constance

Mopani Copper Mines PLC and Prospero Zambia through an existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), held a two-day workshop in Governance, Business Skills, financial literacy and Value Chain Development for two associations with a combined membership of over 13,000 members. The two associations are the National Ex Miners and Allied Workers Association (NEAWAZ) and Miners for Diversification Initiative (MDI). The training held at the Nkana Golf Club in Kitwe on February 2 and 3, was directed at the association’s executive leadership and selected members, with 30 people in attendance. Mopani and… Read More Here

Tragic Accident Claims a Life and Injures Another at Kalumbila Mine in Zambia

February 5, 2023February 6, 2023 Constance

An unfortunate accident took place on Wednesday 1st feb 2023 night at the Kalumbila mine in Zambia, causing one fatality and severe harm to another person. The police stated that the tragedy involved a giant garbage truck running over a Toyota Land Cruiser pickup, with the deceased, Lolioan Chona (47), as a passenger. A statement from FQM website reads; “First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum” or “the Company”) (TSX: FM) is deeply saddened to announce that a worker at its Trident operation passed away following a traffic accident in the… Read More Here

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Anode Caster (x 2)| MINING CAREERS AT Mopani COPPER MINES Plc, ZAMBIA

February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 Constance

Country: Zambia Location: Mufulira and Kitwe Category: Anode Caster Please apply here: Job description: The successful candidate will be responsible for operating the casting wheel equipment in order to produce copper anodes for subsequent dispatch to Refinery department for electro-refining. The responsibilities of this role will include but are not limited to the following Operate the casting wheels in line with the Casting Operations Manual. Ensure all moulds are dressed and levelled on casting wheel by means of spirit level and pay consistent attention during the casting operations to achieve casting rate and rejection… Read More Here

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FQM Medium Term Forecast Analysis

February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 Constance

For many years, Kansanshi Mining Plc has maintained its status for being one of Africa’s top copper producers and has largely contributed to Zambia’s GDP. Recently, First Quantum achieved annual copper production of 776 thousand tonnes (kt) which is a decline of 5% from the year 2021. Kansanshi Mine produced 146kt in 2022 which was 56kt lower than what was recorded in 2021, while it’s Kalumbila-based counterpart, the Sentinel, achieved a record quarterly production and saw a year-on-year increase of 242kt of copper. The decline in copper production at Kansanshi… Read More Here

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Itezhi Tezhi Hydropower Project (ITHP) Confirms Low Power Generation

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 Constance

Itezhi Tezhi Hydro Project, capable of supplying 120MW of power to ZESCO, is currently generating only 80MW due to low water levels in the reservoir lake and river. This was confirmed in an interview by ITHP CEO Moses Mbuta, he stated that the company is unable to reach full capacity due to the varying water levels, and that increasing water levels in the future will increase power generation. Low rainfall has resulted in low water levels in major rivers where dams have been built, leading to decreased power generation across… Read More Here

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UN Experts To Intervene In Zambia’s Lead Pollution Case

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 Constance

– A South African court has allowed a group of UN-appointed experts to intervene in a class action lawsuit against a mining company based in Zambia, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, reported on Thursday 26.01.2023. The lawsuit against mining giant Anglo American was filed on behalf of women and children in Zambia’s central Kabwe District, who are the alleged victims of lead poisoning. The UN experts – whose mandates cover issues such as toxic pollution and human rights, business and human rights, and discrimination against women and girls –… Read More Here

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FQM ZAMBIA BOSS HITS OUT AT MINING JOB SCAMS

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 arnbethnic

SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA – FQM Zambia’s new Country Manager Dr Godwin Beene has urged job seekers to follow the correct channels for employment applications and warned people not to be duped by fake messages purporting to be from senior company officials. The mining giant is concerned with the number of people swindled out of their hard-earned money over a promise of employment, by criminals pretending to represent the company’s operations at Kansanshi Mine in Solwezi and FQM Trident Mine in Kalumbila. “First Quantum employs thousands of people in Zambia and we have… Read More Here

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Mineral Prices This Week

January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 Constance

Copper, cobalt, nickel, coal, and oil are all natural resources that are commonly used in various industries. Copper is a versatile metal that is used in electrical wiring, plumbing, and construction, while cobalt is used in the production of batteries, magnets, and super alloys. Nickel is used to make stainless steel and other alloys, as well as being used in the production of coins and batteries. Coal is primarily used to generate electricity, while oil is used to fuel vehicles and power plants, as well as being a key ingredient… Read More Here

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FQM Trident Zambia Unionized Employees Receive 7% salary increase.

January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 Constance

FQM Trident Limited, a subsidiary of First Quantum Minerals, has signed a collective bargaining agreement with four unions; the National Union of Miners and Allied Workers (NUMAW), Mine Workers Union of Zambia (MUZ), Miners and Allied Workers Union (MAWU) and United Mine Workers Union of Zambia (UMUZ). Basic salaries for all eligible employees covered by the agreement will be increased by 7 per cent across the board effective January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and the company will pay salary arrears relating to the agreed salary increment plus housing… Read More Here

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Zambia’s President finalizes $2 billion Solar Agreement With UAE

January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Constance

President Hakainde Hichilema, has facilitated the signing of a significant energy deal that has the potential to revolutionize the Zambian energy sector. The Zambian-owned power utility company ZESCO has signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates’ company Masdar to develop solar projects worth $2 billion. During the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Joint Development Agreement (JDA) between Zambia and the UAE, Hichilema stated that the MoU aims to promote large-scale investment in renewable energy in Zambia. The MoU and JDA will see ZESCO partner with Masdar,… Read More Here