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Zambia-DRC Officials Visit Kamoa Copper to Advance Development 1 Mining in DRC Copper Mining in Zambia 

Zambia-DRC Officials Visit Kamoa Copper to Advance Development

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On Thursday, November 21, 2024, Kamoa Copper SA welcomed Zambia’s Minister of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development, Engineer Charles Milupi, alongside Her Excellency the Governor of Lualaba, Madam Fifi Masuka Saini. They were accompanied by the Provincial Minister of Infrastructure, Mr. Moise Mukepe Kahilu, and a delegation of Congolese and Zambian officials during a significant site visit. The visit coincided with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for the construction of the 145-kilometer Kolwezi–Lumwana road. This crucial infrastructure project… Read More Here
Patriot Lithium Secures Major Stake in Zambia’s Kitumba Copper Exploration License 2 Mining in Zambia Copper Exploration New Mining Projects 

Patriot Lithium Secures Major Stake in Zambia’s Kitumba Copper Exploration License

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Australian mining company Patriot Lithium has reached an agreement with Newlight Nominees Zambia to acquire a 90% stake in the Kitumba Copper Large Scale Exploration License. The 255 km² license is strategically situated near Sinomine’s newly inaugurated $600 million Kitumba Copper Mine, which boasts an annual production capacity of 50,000 tons. This proximity positions Patriot to capitalize on a region with established mining infrastructure and proven copper potential. Patriot Lithium paid an initial $25,000 signing fee and has a 12-month window to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to complete… Read More Here
FQM Signs New Agreement with Unions to Enhance Salaries and Benefits for 2025-2026 3 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

FQM Signs New Agreement with Unions to Enhance Salaries and Benefits for 2025-2026

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First Quantum Minerals (FQM), through its subsidiaries Kansanshi Mining and FQM Trident, has signed a new agreement with six major unions to improve employee salaries and benefits for the years 2025 and 2026. Under the new agreement, eligible workers will receive a 15% salary increase starting in January 2025, followed by an additional 15% raise in 2026. . The deal also includes improved allowances for education and leave, enhanced pension contributions, and better rewards for long service. The unions involved in the agreement are the National Union of Miners and… Read More Here
FQM Partners with Zambian Govt to Upgrade Mutanda-Kaoma Road for Economic Growth 4 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy Infrastructural Development 

FQM Partners with Zambian Govt to Upgrade Mutanda-Kaoma Road for Economic Growth

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First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has partnered with the Zambian government to upgrade the 371-kilometre Mutanda-Kaoma road, a vital route for transporting materials and copper products to the ports of Walvis Bay and Durban. The initiative aims to improve Zambia’s road infrastructure, which is critical for strengthening the mining sector and driving economic growth. FQM Country Manager Dr. Godwin Beene highlighted the project’s alignment with Vision 2030 and the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP). He emphasized its potential to enhance logistics efficiency, promote rural development, and unlock new economic opportunities. “This… Read More Here
Zambian Mining Companies Collaborate on Mine Rescue Training to Enhance Safety 5 Mining in Zambia Mining safety Safety & Health 

Zambian Mining Companies Collaborate on Mine Rescue Training to Enhance Safety

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Mine rescue teams from ten leading Zambian mining companies recently gathered for a joint training session at First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi Mining site in Solwezi District. The training aimed to enhance safety and rescue capabilities across Zambia’s mining sector. This event represented a significant step toward standardizing safety protocols and fostering a unified approach to mine rescue operations. Kansanshi Mine Technical Manager Clayton Reeves highlighted the importance of industry-wide collaboration, noting, “Shared safety knowledge and teamwork are essential for protecting lives in our industry.” Representatives from the participating mines praised… Read More Here
Biden Announces $600 Million in New Financing for African Railway Infrastructure 6 Transport and Logistics Angola Infrastructural Development Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Biden Announces $600 Million in New Financing for African Railway Infrastructure

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President Joe Biden is concluding his trip to Angola with a significant announcement of $600 million in new financing for a multi-country railway, a move aimed at boosting U.S. investment in critical minerals infrastructure across Africa and countering China’s growing influence on the continent. This latest announcement builds on the $553 million pledged earlier this year by the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) for the Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor, which will connect the Central African copperbelt to the Angolan coast. The new funding will support not only rail infrastructure but… Read More Here
President Biden visits Lobito Atlantic Railway to view copper exports to the USA 7 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia Press Release 

President Biden visits Lobito Atlantic Railway to view copper exports to the USA

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Lobito, December 4, 2024 – The President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, visited the Multipurpose Terminal at the Port of Lobito, Angola yesterday, where he watched the arrival of a train operated by the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), transporting copper from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).  The copper was then loaded onto a vessel bound for New Orleans, in the United States, highlighting, once again, the strategic role of the Lobito Corridor in linking Southern Africa and international markets. Nicolas Gregoir, Director of Operations (COO) at LAR, presented to… Read More Here
Zambia Advances Mining Reforms to Boost Copper Production to 3 Million Metric Tonnes by 2031 8 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

Zambia Advances Mining Reforms to Boost Copper Production to 3 Million Metric Tonnes by 2031

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Zambia is advancing two mining reform bills aimed at transforming its mining sector and quadrupling copper production from the current 800,000 metric tonnes to 3 million metric tonnes annually by 2031. The Mining Regulations Commission Bill and the Geological and Minerals Development Bill will replace the Mines and Minerals Development Act of 2015, pending parliamentary approval and presidential assent following a multi-stakeholder consultation process. Chaanza Chifwepa, Principal Exploration Geologist at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, explained during The Mining Show in Dubai that the reforms are designed to… Read More Here
Revolutionizing Copper Mining: DGC MetPro Solutions Transforms Operations in the Copperbelt 9 Sponsored Content Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Revolutionizing Copper Mining: DGC MetPro Solutions Transforms Operations in the Copperbelt

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In the mineral-rich heart of Africa’s Copperbelt, stretching across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia, a new chapter in copper mining is being written. At the forefront of this transformation stands DGC AFRICA, through its specialized division DGC MetPro Solutions. This innovative entity is reshaping the landscape of copper extraction with its state-of-the-art Metallurgical, Process, Asset Management, and Optimization Solutions, meticulously crafted to address the unique challenges of the region. At the heart of DGC MetPro Solutions’ success lies a powerful network of strategic partnerships and a team… Read More Here
World Bank Announces $300 Million Project for the Lobito Corridor 10 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

World Bank Announces $300 Million Project for the Lobito Corridor

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The World Bank is preparing a $300 million project for the Lobito Corridor, according to Victoria Kwakwa, the institution’s Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa. She emphasized that participating countries must create favorable conditions for foreign investment. “The three countries involved must also focus on improving connectivity. Each must establish conditions to boost trade, address regulatory barriers, and develop infrastructure that enhances regional connectivity. This will enable the region to become a hub of commerce and development,” Kwakwa stated, as reported by Lusa. Highlighting the strategic importance of the… Read More Here

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