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SADC REGIONAL PORTS CONFIRM PARTICIPATION IN LANDLINKED ZAMBIA 2026

March 26, 2026March 29, 2026 admin

As Land-linked Zambia (LLZ) 2026 fast approaches, all six key SADC ports have confirmed participation, namely Beira, Dar es Salaam, Durban (Transnet), Lobito, Nacala, and Walvis Bay – highlighting the importance of strengthening multimodal corridors, improving efficiency, and enhancing connectivity between SADC and international markets. As the Zambian government targets the production of 3 million MT of copper by 2031, these ports will not only feel the weight and the responsibility of this target but also the need to advance their technologies along the corridors as they continue to serve… Read More Here

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Zambia Development Agency Signs Landmark MoU with Imbono to Boost Investment and Job Creation

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

Zambia Secures Major Investment Partnership with Imbono to Drive Infrastructure, Energy, and Economic Growth The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and global investment firm Imbono have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unlock significant investment opportunities across multiple sectors in Zambia. The agreement highlights growing confidence in the country’s ongoing economic reforms and development agenda. Speaking at the signing ceremony, ZDA Director Albert Halwampa commended Imbono for its commitment to channeling investment into Zambia’s priority sectors, including infrastructure, energy, water resources, and the development of economic zones. “This partnership… Read More Here

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Makor Resources Launches Zambia Expansion with $30 Million Copper Exploration Strategy

March 26, 2026March 30, 2026 Constance

Company advances district-scale copper portfolio aligned with Zambia’s 3 million tonne production target and growing global supply constraints Makor Resources, a copper-focused exploration and development company, today formally announced the launch of its operations in Zambia, positioning the company at the centre of one of the most significant structural supply challenges facing global markets. As demand for copper accelerates driven by electrification, clean energy systems, and digital infrastructure supply remains constrained by the industry’s ability to bring new production online in a timely, structured, and responsible manner. Against this backdrop,… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Advances Molefe Mine Expansion Following Strong Copper Drill Results

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

Jubilee Metals Confirms High-Grade Copper Continuity at Molefe Mine, Strengthening Feed Supply to Sable Refinery Jubilee Metals Group has reported encouraging results from its Phase 1 infill drilling programme at the Molefe mine, reinforcing confidence in the continuity and quality of near-surface copper oxide mineralisation. The findings support the company’s expansion plans and its broader strategy to secure reliable, high-grade copper feedstock from owned resources to sustain its growing processing operations in Zambia. The Molefe operation is strategically located within trucking distance of Jubilee’s Sable Refinery, enabling efficient transport and… Read More Here

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KCM’s Copper Grade A “REC” Brand Reinstated by LME After Responsible Minerals Audit

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Constance

Konkola Copper Mines Regains LME Copper Grade A “REC” Certification Following Independent Audit Konkola Copper Mines plc announced that the London Metal Exchange (LME) has reinstated its Copper Grade A “REC” brand, restoring the company’s full market trading status. The reinstatement follows a comprehensive independent audit conducted under the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process by the Responsible Minerals Initiative. The audit confirmed that KCM complies fully with internationally recognised standards for responsible sourcing, supply chain transparency, and due diligence. Acting CEO Malcolm Mewett described the decision as a major endorsement of… Read More Here

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Zambia Railways Secures Financial Advisor to Drive $60 Million Infrastructure Upgrade

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Zambia Railways Partners with Pangaea Securities to Raise $60 Million for Rail Modernization Zambia Railways Limited has appointed Pangaea Securities as Transaction Advisor to help secure US$60 million in financing from Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) and private investors. The funding initiative marks a key step in revitalizing the country’s rail network and strengthening its role in regional trade and logistics. The planned financing will complement a €50 million grant provided through the European Union under its Railway Sector Support Programme (RSSP). The program is designed to rehabilitate critical sections of… Read More Here

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Zambia Launches Major Environmental Remediation at Sino-Metals After Tailings Dam Collapse

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Zambia Orders Comprehensive Clean-Up at Sino-Metals Following Tailings Dam Disaster The Government of Zambia has officially launched a large-scale environmental remediation program at Sino-Metals Leach Limited following the collapse of Tailings Dam Number 15 in February 2025, which led to widespread contamination of local waterways. Water and Sanitation Development Minister Collins Nzovu officiated the launch in Chambishi, emphasizing that the clean-up is not a routine corporate exercise but a critical national effort to protect water resources and safeguard the health and livelihoods of affected communities. The 2025 dam failure released… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Warns Against Fuel Hoarding Amid Global Energy Crisis

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema Condemns Fuel Hoarding, Calls for Supply Chain Stability President Hakainde Hichilema has issued a stern warning to oil marketing companies against hoarding fuel and creating artificial shortages, describing such practices as sabotage against the Zambian people. Speaking at a high-level meeting with petroleum industry stakeholders in Lusaka, convened to discuss the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict on global energy markets, President Hichilema questioned why filling stations continue to run dry despite Zambia holding between 30 and 60 days of fuel reserves. “Our clear priority… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Banking Sector Signals Readiness to Power Govt’s 24-Hour Economy

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Zambian Banks Expand Digital Payments and Operating Hours to Support Government’s Transition to a 24/7 Economy The Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) has confirmed that the country’s banking sector is fully prepared to support the government’s transition to a 24-hour economy, with digital infrastructure already upgraded and extended operating hours implemented across the industry. BAZ Chief Executive Officer Leonard Mwanza stated that the banking sector spent much of 2025 strengthening systems to enable round-the-clock financial services, including a successful pilot expansion of the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) platform. Currently, banks… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Ministry of Mines Enforces Local Content Compliance for Mining Companies

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026 Constance

Zambia Mining Companies Must Submit Annual Procurement Plans and Quarterly Reports Under Local Content Regulations The Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development has directed all mining and mining-related companies in Zambia to submit their Annual Procurement Plans and Quarterly Reports in accordance with the Local Content Statutory Instrument No. 68 of 2025. The directive comes into effect following the implementation of the statutory instrument on 1 January 2026, which aims to strengthen compliance and promote local participation in the country’s mining sector. Fred Banda, Ministry Director for Large-Scale Mining and… Read More Here