Mining in Zambia - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Shuka Minerals Intersects High-Grade Zinc Mineralisation at Kabwe Mine in Zambia

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Constance

Shuka Minerals Reports Up to 29.58% Zinc in New Kabwe Drill Results as Expansion Drilling Continues Aim-listed Shuka Minerals has announced the successful completion of its third diamond drill hole, KBDD03, at the Number 2 orebody of its Kabwe zinc mine in Zambia, delivering further high-grade zinc intercepts as part of its ongoing exploration programme. The third drill hole was designed to test the orebody approximately 30 metres east of the KBDD01 intersection at a depth of about 250 metres. It was drilled at an inclination of 65° on a… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Restarts Copper Deliveries as Molefe Mine Expansion Accelerates Zambia Growth Strategy

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Constance

Jubilee Metals Boosts Zambia Copper Output with Restart of Sable Refinery Deliveries from Expanded Molefe Mine Aim-listed Jubilee Metals has resumed run-of-mine (RoM) copper deliveries to its Sable refinery in Zambia, following the restart of processing operations supported by the successful expansion of Molefe mine’s Pit 2. The development forms part of the company’s updated mine plan, which integrates Pits 2 and 3 into a single, larger operational area. According to the company, refining activities at the Sable facility have restarted in parallel with increased mining output, marking a key… Read More Here

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Traditional Leaders Back Kalungwishi Hydropower Project as Development Gains Momentum in Northern Zambia

June 8, 2026June 8, 2026 Constance

247MW Kalungwishi Hydropower Project Gains Strong Traditional Leadership Support, Set to Transform Luapula and Northern Provinces A major milestone in Zambia’s energy and industrial development agenda is taking shape as the 247-megawatt Kalungwishi Hydropower Project gains renewed momentum, with strong backing from government, the private sector, and traditional leaders whose communities are expected to benefit from the transformative investment. Located along the Kalungwishi River, the project is expected to become a catalyst for economic growth in Luapula and Northern Provinces by providing reliable electricity to support mining, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism,… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Resumes Roan Operations, Advances Copper Recovery and Processing Upgrades in Zambia

June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Constance

Jubilee Metals Restarts Roan Operations After Maintenance Shutdown as Zambia Copper Output Targets 30,000t Monthly Throughput Jubilee Metals has successfully completed the annual maintenance shutdown at its Roan concentrator operations in Ndola, Zambia, with the plant now restarted at full capacity and targeting a run-of-mine throughput of 30,000 tonnes per month. According to Jubilee CEO Leon Coetzer, June performance will provide a clearer indication of sustainable operating capacity and recovery efficiencies, particularly with the integration of fine copper concentrate now being processed at the company’s Sable refinery in Kabwe. He… Read More Here

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Mopani Copper Mines Reaffirms Domestic Processing Strategy as Zambia Grants Copper Export Quotas

June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Constance

Zambia Waives Copper Export Duty as Mopani and Miners Retain Concentrate for Domestic Processing The Zambian subsidiary of Abu Dhabi–based International Resources Holding (IRH) does not intend to export copper concentrate despite receiving one of the largest allocations under a government export waiver. Mopani Copper Mines stated that its position remains unchanged since July, when the first exemptions were introduced. At that time, the company confirmed it had “no plan to export any part” of its allocated quota, instead prioritizing its own processing operations in line with a long-term strategy… Read More Here

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Vedanta Targets New York IPO to Fund Expansion of Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance

Vedanta Plans New York Listing to Finance Multi-Billion-Dollar Expansion of Zambia Copper Operations Vedanta Resources, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, is seeking to raise fresh capital for its Zambian copper operations through a planned listing in New York, as the mining group accelerates efforts to expand production at one of Africa’s most strategically important copper assets. The proposed initial public offering comes less than two years after Vedanta regained control of Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) following a prolonged dispute with the Zambian government. The company has since committed to investing… Read More Here

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Zambia Extends Copper Export Duty Suspension as Smelter Constraints Reshape Industry Power Balance

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance

Zambia Extends Copper Export Duty Waiver to September as Chinese and Middle Eastern Miners Secure Major Quotas Zambia has extended the suspension of its 10% export duty on copper concentrates until September 30, in a move designed to ease pressure on mining operations affected by rising stockpiles and reduced smelting capacity across the country’s processing infrastructure. The extension comes as several major smelters undergo prolonged maintenance and repair programmes, temporarily constraining the country’s ability to process copper concentrates into refined cathodes. The resulting bottlenecks have led to increased concentrate inventories… 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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KCM Launches Strategic Nchanga Smelter Upgrade to Accelerate Copper Production Growth

June 2, 2026June 2, 2026 Constance

KCM Begins 60-Day Nchanga Smelter Shutdown as Part of Ambitious Expansion and Modernization Plan Vedanta Resources-owned Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has commenced a planned 60-day shutdown of its Nchanga Smelter in Zambia to undertake critical maintenance, and refurbishment works aimed at improving operational performance and supporting future production growth. The company announced that the shutdown, which began this month, forms part of a broader modernization strategy designed to enhance efficiency, reliability, and long-term sustainability across its operations. KCM produced 80,215 tonnes of copper in 2025, according to data from Zambia’s… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Backs 600MW Power Project to Strengthen Zambia’s Energy Security and Drive Growth

June 1, 2026June 1, 2026 Constance

ZCCM-IH Invests US$54.2 Million in 600MW Power Plant to Boost Zambia’s Energy Security and Support Mining Growth LUSAKA, Zambia – June 1, 2026 – ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has announced a major investment in Zambia’s energy sector through the development of a 600MW thermal power plant in Sinazongwe District, Southern Province, aimed at addressing the country’s power deficit, enhancing energy security, and supporting economic growth. The project will be developed through a special purpose vehicle, Ever Great Energy Company Limited (Ever Great), a joint venture between ZCCM-IH and Wonderful… Read More Here