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Ivanhoe Mines Reports Fatality at the Kamoa-Kakula Mining Complex

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 arnbethnic

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo–(September 9, 2022) – Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) regrets to report that a fatal accident has occurred at the Kamoa-Kakula Mining Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The fatal accident occurred at the underground Kansoko Mine in a development area when a fall of ground struck a Kamoa Copper employee. On behalf of the Kamoa Copper Joint Venture, Ivanhoe Mines extends its deepest condolences to the grieving family and friends of the deceased. Kamoa Copper is undertaking a comprehensive internal investigation into… Read More Here

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Accidents in artisanal mines, SAEMAPE challenges operators on compliance with safety measures

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 arnbethnic

The Assistance and Supervision Service for Artisanal Mining and Small-scale Mining (SAEMAPE), in the province of Maniema, calls on artisanal miners to comply with the instructions issued, in order to operate safely in the mining sites. In an interview granted Friday, February 11 to Radio Okapi, the provincial director of SAEMAPE, Patrick Kitembo reveals that he has been observing for several months, cases of accidents involving artisanal miners on mining sites causing deaths or serious injuries. . For him, this situation is the result of non-compliance with the instructions given. “We… Read More Here

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First Quantum sets out vaccination policy for Zambia mines

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 admin

First Quantum Minerals has clarified Covid-19 vaccination protocols at its Kansanshi mine, in Solwezi, and its Sentinel mine, in Kalumbila, both in Zambia. It is also calling on all citizens to be vaccinated, in support of the Zambian government’s efforts to drive vaccination rates in the country. The protocols are aimed at encouraging all employees and contractors to be vaccinated, while also respecting everyone’s right to decide whether they get vaccinated. The company will require those working in close proximity to others to be vaccinated. Only those who are vaccinated will be… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe mines reports no impact from the omicron variant on any of its operations

December 3, 2021January 24, 2022 admin

Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN; OTCQX: IVPAF) reports that the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron, has had no impact on any of its mining or mine development operations in South Africa or the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). No cases of the new variant have been detected at the company’s Kamoa-Kakula and Kipushi projects in the DRC and, while there have been some recent infections among employees and contractors working at the company’s Platreef Project in South Africa, all people infected to date have either been asymptomatic or experienced very mild symptoms.… Read More Here

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ICCM publishes updated practice guide for Water Reporting in the Mining Industry

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021 arnbethnic

A new practice guide from The International Council on Mining and Metals states that there is need for Corporate transparency around water in the mining and metals industry. This new guide; Outlines the importance of site level information as the fundamental building block of consistent reporting; and provides points to consider when developing and compiling site level metrics and assessments for the purpose of external reporting. Outlines points to consider when preparing external reports to meet the minimum reporting commitments. Summarises mappings between ICMM water reporting metrics and key external… Read More Here

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM FIRES UP AT KALUMBILA

June 15, 2021June 21, 2021 admin

A new 24-hour emergency fire and rescue station has been set up in Kalumbila to safeguard people’s lives and protect property as the town continues to grow. The centre, which will be operated round-the clock by a 12-member team, has been provided with state-of-the-art equipment, including a fire engine, multi-casualty trailer and utility vehicle, by First Quantum Minerals’ Kalumbila Minerals. The new facility will help protect the growing community near the company’s Sentinel Mine, as well as the town airport. “This move has been necessitated due to the size of… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Safety & Health

Zambia: Anglo American must be held to account for industrial scale lead poisoning in Kabwe

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021 admin

Investors must hold global mining giant Anglo American accountable for toxic legacy of lead poisoning between 1925 and 1974 Residents have some of the highest lead levels in the world – especially in children aged 5 years and younger ‘The horrendous ongoing consequences of mining for Kabwe’s children should convince Anglo American that its human rights policies can only protect the company’s reputation if they implement them properly’ – Peter Frankental Amnesty International and other rights organisations have urged major investors in Anglo American to hold the global mining giant to… Read More Here

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Occupational Safety & Health (ISO 45001) webinars and online solutions | DQS Academy Zambia

November 10, 2020November 10, 2020 arnbethnic

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Anglo American CEO says not responsible for lead poisoning in Zambia

November 2, 2020November 2, 2020 arnbethnic

Anglo American CEO Mark Cutifani said on Friday the company was not responsible for lead poisoning in Zambia at a lead mine it part-owned nearly 50 years ago and planned to defend itself after a class action was filed against the miner over allegations of negligence. “We intend to defend out position as we don’t believe Anglo American is responsible for the current situation,” said Cutifani said during the presentation of a company sustainability report. South African law firm Mbuyisa Moleele and UK-based Leigh Day filed the class action suit last week… Read More Here

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Securing mining supply chains under lockdown | BME

July 20, 2020September 13, 2020 arnbethnic

BME – supply security in SADC with Covid-19 pandemic Covid-19 lockdown restrictions around Southern Africa have thrown the spotlight on mines’ supply security, especially key inputs like explosives and specialised blasting services. According to Albie Visser, General Manager at blasting specialist BME, mines have relied heavily on the flexibility and ingenuity of service providers to keep the supply chain functioning. “The first weeks of the lockdown were challenging, especially regarding the logistics of moving our emulsion product across national borders from South Africa into other southern African countries,” said Visser.… Read More Here