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Seneca Commodities-Zambia and LVC Global Partner to Strengthen U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chain 1

Seneca Commodities–Zambia and LVC Global Holdings have entered into a strategic joint venture aimed at optimizing and monetizing commodities trading across emerging and frontier markets. The partnership will focus on the extraction and supply of precious metals, strategic metals, critical minerals, and rare earth elements—resources vital to advanced technologies, energy transition, and defense systems. This joint venture targets investors, commodities traders, and mining asset operators seeking to supply intermediate ores and raw materials to global buyers, particularly those in the United States and allied markets. The initiative is designed to… Read More Here

Zambia’s First Diesel Offloading Marks Key Milestone in Energy Reform

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025 Constance

The offloading of Zambia’s first diesel consignment under the newly introduced Open Access Framework has officially begun at the TAZAMA tanks in Dar es Salaam, marking a significant step in the country’s petroleum sector reform. The inaugural shipment, totaling 95,000 metric tonnes of diesel under Lot 1 for April 2025, is the first to be imported by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) using the Open Access model. This new framework allows independent importation of petroleum products through the TAZAMA Pipeline, aiming to enhance fuel supply efficiency and foster competition within the… Read More Here

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

April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 Constance

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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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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U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Lobito Corridor Investments

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 Constance

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing investments along the Lobito Corridor, confirmed the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe during his visit to Huambo on Tuesday. James Story, after meeting with Governor Pereira Alfredo, stated that his three-day visit to the Lobito Corridor projects is part of an initiative that includes 16 ambassadors from various countries. This visit aims to demonstrate the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting the development of the Corridor, promoting prosperity for both the Angolan government and its people. “U.S.… 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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Zambia Unveils “The Zambezi Minute” Vision to Lead in Critical Minerals Sector

March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 Constance

This weekend, the Zambian government launched The Zambezi Minute, an ambitious initiative aimed at harnessing the global demand for critical minerals and attracting foreign investment. The government has committed to ensuring fair benefits for its citizens, including jobs, revenue, and sustainability, while drawing in capital to drive economic growth. The plan’s foundation rests on a streamlined regulatory system, with every policy evaluated by one key question: “Does it reduce risk and increase output?” Success, according to government officials, will rely on improved infrastructure, logistics, and transparent policies that foster investor… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Chief Geologist Calls for Regulatory Reforms to Strengthen Mining Sector

March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Constance

Desiderius Chapewa, Chief Geologist for Regional Mapping at the Geological Survey Department, has outlined critical challenges facing Zambia’s mining exploration sector, including the lack of regulation for geological professionals and the need for better data management. In an interview with Copperbelt Katanga Mining at the recent AZMEC Forum in Kitwe, Mr. Chapewa highlighted the need to pass the Geoscience Professionals Bill to formalize the profession and enhance the exploration process. He also pointed out the difficulty investors face due to the absence of a centralized mineral inventory, with many companies… Read More Here

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KCM Reaffirms Commitment to Settling Debts Under Court-Approved Payment Plan

March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Constance

Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has assured that it is fully committed to meeting its obligations under the Scheme of Arrangement, a court-approved payment plan. The company confirms that it has not defaulted on any payments to creditors and is adhering to the terms established by the court. KCM has already made full payments to smaller creditors (Class I), those owed less than $1 million. For larger creditors (Class II), owed $1 million or more, KCM has paid 35% of the amounts due as a first tranche on a prorated basis,… Read More Here