Mopani Copper Mines Initiates Supplier Registration Drive for Business Revival

Mopani Copper Mines (MCM) has commenced the registration of suppliers and contractors of goods and services on its database, marking the revitalization of the mine’s business operations.

Following the recent handover of the mine to Abu Dhabi-based International Resources Limited (IRL) by President Hakainde Hichilema, who acquired a 51 percent stake, Mopani is taking steps to invigorate its business segment.

The Copperbelt region’s economy heavily relies on mining, with over 90 percent of companies providing goods and services to the industry.

However, due to decreased copper production at Mopani over the past four years, many contractors had to cease operations, resulting in a reduction in the number of suppliers on the database.

IRL, the equity partner in Mopani, has committed to injecting $1.1 billion into the mine’s development plan, with capital inflows already underway.

Mopani, through its corporate office, has issued a memorandum inviting credible suppliers and reputable businesses to register for the supply of various goods and services.

The memo states, “MCM invites applications from credible and established reputable business entities to register for the provision of various works, goods, and services in various categories of the company’s requirements.

All vendors participating must clearly indicate their areas of specialization and upload the entire requested document using the provided link.”

Applicants are informed that there will be a pre-registration screening, and only successful applicants will be registered. The registration period for suppliers is from March 25 to May 31 this year. Existing vendors are exempt from applying for online registration.

Coaster Mwaba, President of the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors, confirmed that Mopani has initiated the registration process for suppliers of goods and services.

He encouraged business entities to ensure they submit all required documents to the mine during the registration process.