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Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC Announces Board Resignation and Appointment 1

Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC (CEC) has made significant changes to its Board of Directors, in line with Section 3.59 of the LuSE Listing Requirements. The company has announced the resignation of Mr. Derek Chime as a director, effective April 2, 2024. Simultaneously, the Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Auke Lont as a director, also effective April 2, 2024. Mr. Lont brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the energy sector, having served as the Chief Executive Officer of Statnett, Norway’s national power transmission… Read More Here

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Ivan Kalonda Appointed General Manager of Human Resources at Tenke Fungurume Mining

April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 Constance0 comment

In 2019, when CMOC took over the reins at Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM), the spotlight shifted to its employees. Among them was Ivan Kalonda, who would later ascend to the role of General Manager of Human Resources, earning the prestigious “Outstanding Employee and CMOC Inspirational Role Model 2023” award. Kalonda’s rise to prominence began with a simple mantra: “Do your job well because there is always someone watching you.” Under the leadership of Jun Zhou, then General Manager, Kalonda’s dedication and consistency caught the CEO’s attention. A pivotal encounter in… Read More Here

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Debswana Appoints Keene Nkoane as first female Engineering Manager

April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 Constance0 comment

Debswana,the leading rough diamonds producer continues to set the trend in diversity and progressive leadership appointments. The 50/50 De Beers – Botswana joint venture has appointed top Engineer Ms. Keene Nkoane as the first female Senior Engineering Manager inthe history of the company. She is based at Orapa Letlhakane and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM). Nkoane joined Debswana in 2003 based in Jwaneng Mine following her completion of BEng (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic from Nottingham University, United Kingdom. Born and bred in Maun, Nkoane grew up as a passionate and curious… Read More Here

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Trafigura CEO says copper must surpass $10,000 to meet demand

April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Constance0 comment

In order to fill a potential supply gap of 8 million tons by 2034, mining companies need prices that are higher than $10,000 a ton and possibly as high as $12,000, says Trafigura Group chief executive officer Jeremy Weir. Weir made his comments Tuesday during a presentation at the CRU World Copper Conference in Santiago, where the copper industry is gathering for one of the industry’s biggest annual events. SOURCE:mining.com Read More Here

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Sibanye-Stillwater Appoints Philippe Boisseau as Independent Non-Executive Director

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 Constance0 comment

Sibanye-Stillwater, a leading precious metals miner listed on the JSE and NYSE, has welcomed Philippe Boisseau as its newest independent non-executive director, effective April 8. Boisseau brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience to the board, notably serving as CEO of Spanish energy firm Compañía Española de Petróleos for three years. With a background of two decades at TotalEnergies, he has held key roles in refining, upstream operations, and Middle East business management. In his new role, Boisseau will contribute his expertise to various committees, including audit and risk,… Read More Here

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Lucapa Diamond Company Appoints Stuart Brown as Chairman of the Board

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 Constance0 comment

Lucapa Diamond Company has announced the appointment of industry veteran Stuart Brown as the new chairman of its board. Brown brings extensive experience from his tenure at prominent diamond-mining companies, including De Beers, Firestone Diamonds, and Mountain Province. With a career spanning two decades at De Beers, Brown served in key roles such as interim CEO and chief financial officer. Notably, during his leadership at Firestone Diamonds, he successfully raised $225 million for the development of the Liqhobong mine in Lesotho. Brown currently serves as a director of Ukrainian iron-ore… Read More Here

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Rio Tinto Appoints Bold Baatar as Chief Commercial Officer

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 Constance0 comment

Rio Tinto (ASX, LON, NYSE: RIO) has elevated copper executive Bold Baatar to the position of chief commercial officer, signaling the company’s confidence in him as a potential successor for the top role. Baatar, who joined Rio Tinto in 2013 and became copper chief in 2021, played a pivotal role in overseeing the successful underground expansion of the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine in Mongolia. He will assume the commercial post in September, succeeding retiring Alf Barrios, who will depart the company by year’s end. This move comes as Rio Tinto… Read More Here

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Gecamines Congratulates Judith Suminwa Tuluka on Prime Minister Appointment

April 7, 2024April 7, 2024 Constance0 comment

The General of Carrières and Mines (Gecamines) extends its warm congratulations to Mrs. Judith Suminwa Tuluka on her recent appointment as Prime Minister. Gecamines, through its Board of Directors, General Management, and entire staff, applauds the confidence placed in Mrs. Tuluka by President Félix Tshisekedi. Mrs. Tuluka’s historic appointment as the first female Prime Minister in the Democratic Republic of Congo is celebrated as a significant milestone in the nation’s political history. It signifies a break from the past and instills pride in the Congolese people, heralding a new era… Read More Here

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Trafigura Announces Retirement of Senior Executives in Management Reshuffle

April 7, 2024April 7, 2024 Constance0 comment

Global commodity trader Trafigura revealed on Friday that two senior executives would retire this year, marking a significant transition within the company’s leadership and paving the way for a new generation of management. Last September, the Geneva-based firm streamlined its management structure by consolidating divisional leadership roles. Ben Luckock assumed sole responsibility for oil, Gonzalo De Olazaval for metals and minerals, while Richard Holtum expanded his portfolio to include renewables and power. Trafigura disclosed that its CFO, Christophe Salmon, would retire at the end of June after serving 12 years… Read More Here

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Glencore Announces Board Changes with Retirement of Peter Coates

March 23, 2024March 23, 2024 Constance

Global mining giant Glencore has disclosed the retirement of board member Peter Coates, effective May 29, marking the conclusion of his esteemed 30-year tenure with the company. Coates, who assumed his position on the Glencore board in 2011, notably served as the chairperson of the health and safety committee during his tenure. To fill the vacancy left by Coates, the company has appointed John Wallington as an independent non-executive director, effective June 1. Wallington brings over four decades of extensive experience in the mining sectors of South Africa, Australia, Colombia,… Read More Here