Category: Mining in Zambia

First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has once again opened its doors to local entrepreneurs by hosting its annual business clinic in Kalumbila, aimed at empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Held in collaboration with the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), the event attracted government officials, financial institutions, and industry leaders under the theme “Driving Local Economic Growth Through Sustainable Partnerships.” The clinic, organized by FQM’s Trident Foundation, focuses on integrating local businesses into the mining supply chain, offering practical knowledge, networking opportunities, and support to foster SME growth within the North-Western Province.… Read More Here

Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) Chief Operating Officer Malcolm Mewett underscored the importance of Nampundwe Mine in ensuring the company’s profitability, emphasizing that without pyrite production from this mine, KCM’s operations are not sustainable. Speaking at the relaunch of Nampundwe Mine last week, Mewett stressed the need for modernization and increased output to secure the mine’s future. “Nampundwe is crucial for producing pyrite, which is essential for running the Nchanga Smelter. Without pyrite, our smelter cannot function, and without the smelter, KCM cannot remain profitable. Over the next 12 months, we… Read More Here

Arc Minerals, a base metals exploration and development company, has confirmed that its copper joint venture (JV) with Anglo American in Zambia is on track. Despite Anglo’s recent rejection of an all-share takeover bid from BHP, the company remains focused on copper, a key element in its new strategic direction. “It’s all about copper, and that’s the number one priority for Anglo and other major companies exposed to base metals,” said Nick von Schirnding, Arc Minerals’ director and executive chairman, in a recent interview. He described the JV project in… Read More Here