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KCM Breaks 10,000-Tonne Monthly Copper Production Milestone

August 1, 2026August 1, 2026 Constance

KCM Hits 10,000 Tonnes of Monthly Copper Production as $662 Million Local Procurement Boosts Zambia’s Mining Sector Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has achieved a major production milestone, with monthly copper output reaching 10,000 tonnes as the Zambian mining company advances a wide-ranging transformation programme. The milestone marks a significant improvement from KCM’s previous monthly production range of approximately 8,000 to 8,500 tonnes, highlighting the impact of investment in mine rehabilitation, infrastructure, technology and people. KCM Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Dr John Kunda said the production gains form part of the… Read More Here

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Solution for Africa Selected for $57.6 Million Solar Projects in Zambia

July 31, 2026July 31, 2026 Constance

Solution for Africa Provisionally Wins $57.6 Million in Three Zambia Solar Contracts French renewable energy company Solution for Africa has been provisionally selected for three solar power contracts in Zambia with a combined value of approximately $57.6 million, marking another step in the country’s efforts to expand renewable energy generation. The contracts cover the development of solar photovoltaic (PV) projects designed to increase electricity supply and support Zambia’s efforts to diversify its energy mix. The provisional selection follows a competitive procurement process and remains subject to the completion of the… Read More Here

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Tertiary Minerals Appoints Lorenz Werndle as Non-Executive Director

July 31, 2026July 31, 2026 Constance

Tertiary Minerals Appoints Lorenz Werndle to Board as Donald McAlister Steps Down Tertiary Minerals has appointed Lorenz Werndle as an independent Non-Executive Director, strengthening its board as the mineral exploration company advances its portfolio in southern Africa and other key markets. Werndle joins the board with immediate effect and will replace Donald McAlister, who is stepping down on 4 August 2026 after more than 25 years with the company due to other full-time work commitments. Werndle currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Kavango Resources and brings extensive experience in… Read More Here

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Zambia Tightens Copper Export Rules to Push Local Processing

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 Constance

Zambia Restricts Raw Copper Exports as It Pushes Chinese Firms to Build Local Processing Plants Zambia is moving to restrict exports of raw copper as the country steps up efforts to process and manufacture more of its mineral resources domestically, with Chinese industrial companies among those being encouraged to establish production facilities locally. The policy reflects Zambia’s growing push to move beyond mining and concentrate production towards higher-value manufacturing that can create jobs, strengthen industrial capacity and generate greater economic returns from the country’s copper resources. Zambian officials are negotiating… Read More Here

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Zambia Pushes for Pan-African Minerals Exchange to Boost Local Value Addition

July 28, 2026July 28, 2026 Constance

Zambia Pushes Pan-African Minerals Exchange to Boost Local Mineral Value Addition Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, is pushing for the creation of a pan-African minerals and metals exchange aimed at helping African countries capture greater economic value from their natural resources. The proposed exchange would give African producers greater control over mineral trading while supporting local processing, manufacturing and value addition, according to Jito Kayumba, Hichilema’s adviser on finance and investment. “The desire of many young Zambians, as well as many Africans across the continent, is to be greater participants in… Read More Here

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Firering Advances Limeco Quicklime Project as Zambia Operation Moves Toward Full Production

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance

Limeco Quicklime Project Expands Production Capacity as Firering Increases Stake in Zambia Operation Aim-listed Firering Strategic Minerals has begun hot commissioning Kiln 3 at its Limeco quicklime project in Zambia following the completion of planned refurbishment works, marking further progress toward expanding commercial production. With three kilns now operating, Firering said the project is moving beyond break-even production and is positioned to become one of Zambia’s leading producers of high-quality lime for the mining, construction, agriculture, and industrial sectors. The company has successfully restarted the gasifier and returned Kilns 1… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Infrastructural Development

Zambia’s K360 Million Chikankata Road Upgrade Advances as Construction Reaches 35% Completion

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance

Chikankata Road Upgrade Reaches 35% Completion as Zambia Expands Southern Province Infrastructure Construction works to upgrade the Chikankata Road in Southern Province to bituminous standard have reached 35% completion, according to the Road Development Agency (RDA). The K360 million project, which commenced in September 2025, is expected to be completed by February 2027. RDA Southern Province Roads Engineer Namalala Chilala said the project is progressing steadily despite facing some implementation challenges. Engineer Chilala said earthworks have been completed on approximately 20 kilometres of the 35-kilometre road, representing significant progress toward… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Highlights Lusaka–Ndola Dual Carriageway Progress Under PPP Model

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance

Zambia President Says US$650 Million Lusaka–Ndola Road Project Advances Without Government Debt Burden President Hakainde Hichilema has highlighted progress on the Lusaka–Ndola Dual Carriageway, saying the project is being delivered through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement without placing a direct financial burden on the Zambian government. The President said the approximately US$650 million project represents a different financing approach from previous plans, which he claimed would have required government funding exceeding US$1 billion. Speaking during a public engagement at 10 Miles, President Hichilema said construction of the dual carriageway is… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH and Zambia Govt Advance Plans for Gold Trading Centres to Formalise Artisanal Mining

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance

Zambia Moves to Formalise Gold Sector as ZCCM-IH Plans Trading Centres for Small-Scale Miners ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) is working with the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development on plans to establish gold trading centres in areas where artisanal and small-scale gold mining activities are being formalised. ZCCM-IH Board Chairperson Phesto Musonda said the initiative is part of the company’s commitment to supporting the growth of Zambia’s gold and manganese sectors while ensuring that mineral resources contribute more effectively to national economic development. The proposed gold trading centres will provide… Read More Here

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Zambia Expands Renewable Energy Capacity with 100MW Chisamba II Solar Plant

July 23, 2026July 27, 2026 Constance

Zambia Doubles Chisamba Solar Capacity to 200MW to Support Mining and Energy Security Zambia has strengthened its renewable energy capacity with the commissioning of the 100MW Chisamba II Solar Power Plant, expanding the Chisamba Solar Complex to 200MW. The project represents a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to diversify its energy mix, improve electricity reliability and reduce dependence on hydropower. Commissioned by President Hakainde Hichilema in Chisamba District, Central Province, the second phase of the solar complex supports Zambia’s broader ambition to increase electricity generation capacity to 10,000MW by… Read More Here