Konkola Copper Mines Reports Second Fatality at Nchanga Mine
CHINGOLA, 21 October 2024: Konkola Copper Mines Plc (KCM) deeply regrets to announce a second fatality at its Nchanga mine. Mr. Stephen Daka, a 38-year-old dump truck driver employed by GRN Mining Contractor, tragically lost his life at the Chingola Open Pit (COP, F&D) operations on Monday, 21 October 2024, around 13:00 hours.
Mr. Daka’s body was discovered by the mine’s investigation team a few meters from the dump truck he had been operating. The circumstances leading to the accident are currently under investigation.
KCM’s management has expressed its heartfelt condolences to Mr. Daka’s family during this difficult time.
In response to the two recent fatalities, KCM has immediately initiated company-wide stand-downs across its operations in Chingola, Chililabombwe, Nampundwe, and Kitwe.
These safety reviews will involve temporary shutdowns of certain mining and processing operations to conduct thorough assessments of safety protocols and their implementation.
Additionally, all employees will undergo retraining on safety procedures and the duty of care they must exercise during operations, with the support of supervisors and management.
KCM remains fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its employees and business partners, aiming for everyone to return home safely at the end of each shift.
