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Mopani Copper Mining in Zambia News in Brief 

Mopani Copper Mines Transaction Falls Outside Article 210 of Zambia’s Constitution

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Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha clarified that the Mopani Copper Mines transaction falls outside the scope of Article 210 of the Zambian Constitution and thus doesn’t necessitate approval from the National Assembly. In a statement issued recently, Mr. Kabesha emphasized that Article 210 pertains to transactions involving the sale, transfer, or disposal of significant state assets, including parastatals and government-held equity. He highlighted that Mopani does not fall under either category as it is not a parastatal nor does the government hold equity in it. Mopani operates as a distinct legal… Read More Here
Trafigura CEO says copper must surpass $10,000 to meet demand 1 International Copper Mining Personality News in Brief 

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

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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
Zambia's President Invites Botswana Investment Expertise to Mining Sector 2 Mining in Zambia Diamond News in Brief 

Zambia’s President Invites Botswana Investment Expertise to Mining Sector

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President Hakainde Hichilema has extended an invitation to Botswana to invest in Zambia’s mining sector, citing Botswana’s expertise in managing diamonds as a key factor. Speaking at the launch of the Lusaka International Arbitration Center (LIAC), President Hichilema emphasized the importance of learning from Botswana’s successful management of diamond resources and replicating similar strategies for Zambia’s emeralds. President Hichilema expressed confidence in attracting investors like Botswana to utilize LIAC for resolving disputes efficiently. He highlighted LIAC’s role in addressing commercial issues promptly, stressing its significance in maintaining Zambia’s positive reputation… Read More Here
Zambia's Govt Expects Mopani Handover to Boost Kwacha Stability 4 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy News in Brief 

Zambia’s Govt Expects Mopani Handover to Boost Kwacha Stability

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Handover of Mopani Mines to Delta Mining Expected to Bolster Kwacha Stability, says Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa, the Chief Government Spokesperson, asserts that the transfer of Mopani Copper Mines to Delta Mining Limited will play a pivotal role in further stabilizing the Kwacha against major convertible currencies. Mweetwa emphasizes that the activation of Mopani’s operations will not only contribute to Kwacha stability against the dollar and other convertible currencies but also lead to an increase in copper production. President Hakainde Hichilema is slated to formally hand over Mopani Mines to… Read More Here
ZESCO Negotiates Increased Electricity Imports from Mozambique 5 Mining in Zambia Electricity Energy News in Brief 

ZESCO Negotiates Increased Electricity Imports from Mozambique

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Zambian Energy Minister Peter Kapala announced negotiations between ZESCO and Mozambique’s EDM to increase electricity imports to 120 MW. Currently, Zambia imports 50 to 90 MW from Mozambique and plans to boost it to meet demand. This move, however, will result in a revenue loss of $110 million. Last October, EDM agreed to resume electricity sales to Zambia under a contract potentially reaching 250 MW. The agreement includes firm sales of 50 MW during off-peak hours and an additional 200 MW on a non-firm basis. Additionally, both parties renewed an… Read More Here
ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracts Worth US$1 Billion Due to Legal Violations 6 Mining in DRC Governance News in Brief 

ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracts Worth US$1 Billion Due to Legal Violations

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The Regulatory Authority for Public Procurement (ARSP) has taken decisive action by canceling three subcontract agreements, valued at over US$1 billion collectively, for violations of the law. Among the affected companies are RSN (CREC 7, CREC 9) and International Fourteenth First Congo SARL, both affiliated with SICOMINES shareholders, who were operating as subcontractors for excavation projects within the main company. The third company facing sanctions is BANGDE CONSTRUCTION. These cancellations come as a response to these subcontractors’ failure to comply with legal requirements. Their combined contracts exceeded the stipulated limit,… Read More Here
President Tshisekedi Discusses Eastern DRC Security with Angolan Counterpart 7 Mining in DRC Governance News in Brief 

President Tshisekedi Discusses Eastern DRC Security with Angolan Counterpart

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President Félix Tshisekedi arrived in Luanda, Angola, on Tuesday morning for a one-on-one meeting with his Angolan counterpart to address the security situation in eastern DRC. Upon the Angolan President’s initiative, this closed session in Luanda follows up on the mini-summit on security in eastern DRC held on February 18 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the 37th Ordinary Session of the African Union Heads of State and Government. During the discussions, the DRC reiterated its stance, emphasizing the immediate withdrawal of Rwandan military troops from Congolese territory, cessation of hostilities… Read More Here
ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracting Contracts Worth Estimated $1 Billion for Law Violation 8 Mining in DRC Governance News in Brief 

ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracting Contracts Worth Estimated $1 Billion for Law Violation

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CRSN (CREC 7, CREC 9) and INTERNATIONAL FOURTEENTH FIRST CONGO SARL are the first two companies affected by this cancellation measure, both held by shareholders of SICOMINES disguised as subcontractors for excavation works within the same main company. The third company sanctioned for the same offense is BANGDE CONSTRUCTION. Despite not being eligible, these three subcontractors alone hold contracts worth over a billion dollars, which constitutes a violation of the law. Therefore, this measure will enable companies with majority Congolese capital to obtain more contracts in line with the vision… Read More Here
Rio Tinto Plane Crash Claims Six Lives, Leaves One Survivor 9 International Mine Safety News in Brief 

Rio Tinto Plane Crash Claims Six Lives, Leaves One Survivor

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Six individuals lost their lives in a devastating plane crash near Fort Smith in Canada’s remote Northwest Territories on on Wednesday, January 24th, according to the NWT Coroner Service. The incident involved a small aircraft transporting workers from global miner Rio Tinto to the Diavik Diamond Mine. Four passengers and two crew members from North Western Air Lease perished, with one survivor being treated and transported to Yellowknife. The Royal Canadian Air Force participated in search and rescue operations, locating the British Aerospace Jetstream near the Slave River. An investigative… Read More Here

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