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MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SPENDING PLANS UNVEILED AS FQM REPORTS 2025 COPPER PRODUCTION FIGURES 1 Copper Corporate News Economy Mining in Zambia 

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SPENDING PLANS UNVEILED AS FQM REPORTS 2025 COPPER PRODUCTION FIGURES

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Copper production at First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi mine in Solwezi rose by almost 6 percent to 181,000 tonnes last year – the highest production since 2021 – according to preliminary figures from the company release to investors this week. The company also unveiled a multi-million-dollar capital investment programme for its Zambian operations over the next three years, a move expected to benefit local suppliers, contractors and host communities. Kansanshi’s output for 2025 increased by 10,000 tonnes compared with the 171,000 tonnes produced in 2024, boosted by 25,000 tonnes of production… Read More Here
Global Investment in the Lobito Corridor Surpasses $6 Billion 2 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Global Investment in the Lobito Corridor Surpasses $6 Billion

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Lobito Corridor Attracts Over $6 Billion as Global Investors Back Africa’s Critical Minerals Route International investor momentum behind the Lobito Corridor continues to strengthen, with global financial commitments to the strategic regional infrastructure project now exceeding USD 6 billion. Linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Angola, and Zambia to international markets via Angola’s Port of Lobito, the corridor is increasingly regarded as a cornerstone of Africa’s critical minerals supply chains and regional industrial integration. In December 2025, project stakeholders finalized a USD 535 million financing package to advance implementation.… Read More Here
Rare 42-Carat Blue Diamond Discovered at South Africa’s Cullinan Mine 22 International Corporate News Diamond 

Rare 42-Carat Blue Diamond Discovered at South Africa’s Cullinan Mine

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Cullinan Mine Unveils 42-Carat Type IIb Blue Diamond Valued at $40 Million A rare blue diamond weighing 41.82 carats has been discovered at South Africa’s historic Cullinan Mine, reinforcing the site’s reputation for producing some of the world’s most exceptional coloured diamonds. Industry experts estimate the stone could fetch $30–$40 million at auction. Petra Diamonds, which operates the mine approximately 20 miles east of Pretoria, described the find as a “type IIb blue diamond of seemingly exceptional quality in terms of both colour and clarity.” Specialists are still assessing the… Read More Here
Rio Tinto-Glencore Merger Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amid Chinese Oversight 23 International Corporate News Mergers & Acquisitions 

Rio Tinto-Glencore Merger Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amid Chinese Oversight

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Proposed Rio Tinto-Glencore Merger May Require Asset Sales to Gain Approval from China The proposed merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could face regulatory scrutiny from China, potentially requiring the sale of key assets to secure approval from the world’s largest commodity buyer. The deal, if completed, would create one of the largest mining companies globally, with a market value exceeding $200 billion. Analysts say China is likely to scrutinise the merger due to concerns over resource security and market concentration, particularly in copper production and marketing and iron ore… Read More Here
KCM Launches “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” Campaign to Boost Copper Production 24 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News 

KCM Launches “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” Campaign to Boost Copper Production

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Konkola Copper Mines Launches Campaign to Promote Safe, Collaborative Copper Production in Zambia Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has launched the “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” campaign, a company-wide initiative to promote safe, sustainable, and collaborative copper production across all its operations. The campaign was unveiled during the Best Slogan Award Ceremony at KCM’s Corporate Office in Chingola. Director of Mining, Mr Praveen Sharma, noted that the slogan serves as a motivational tool, reinforcing shared responsibility among employees and business partners while inspiring performance. Mr Sharma explained that the campaign aligns with… Read More Here
President Hichilema Enacts New Law to Boost Worker Safety in Zambia 25 Mining in Zambia Safety & Health 

President Hichilema Enacts New Law to Boost Worker Safety in Zambia

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President Hichilema Signs Occupational Health and Safety Act to Strengthen Worker Protection Across Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema has assented to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act No. 16 of 2025, marking a major step toward enhancing workplace safety and preventing occupational diseases across all sectors of the Zambian economy. The Ministry of Labour and Social Security confirmed that the legislation, formerly known as the Occupational Health and Safety Bill No. 17 of 2025, was signed into law on 23 December 2025. The new Act expands the scope of occupational… Read More Here
Copper Boosts Zambia’s Stock Market to Global Top Performers 26 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

Copper Boosts Zambia’s Stock Market to Global Top Performers

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Zambia’s Lusaka Securities Exchange Among World’s Best-Performing Markets on Copper Rally Thanks to soaring copper prices, Zambia now boasts one of the world’s best-performing stock markets, highlighting the nation’s growing prominence in global financial circles. The Lusaka Securities Exchange (LSE) benchmark index has risen approximately 17% in U.S. dollar terms in 2026, trailing only Bulgaria among global stock markets. Other markets posting double-digit gains include Colombia, South Korea, and Turkey, while Nigeria recorded an 8% increase. The rally reflects Zambia’s primary export commodity, copper, which has surged to consecutive record… Read More Here
Zimbabwe’s Largest Gold Mine Secures $132 Million Investment from Canadian Firm 27 International Corporate News Gold 

Zimbabwe’s Largest Gold Mine Secures $132 Million Investment from Canadian Firm

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Caledonia Mining Invests $132 Million in Zimbabwe’s Bilboes Gold Project to Boost Production Caledonia Mining Corporation, a Canadian miner, has announced plans to invest $132 million in 2026 to advance development of its Bilboes gold project in Zimbabwe, set to become the country’s largest gold mine. The move comes as producers capitalise on record global gold prices. The investment is part of a broader $162.5 million capital expenditure programme for 2026, subject to board approval and funding availability. Caledonia, which currently operates the 80,000-ounce-per-year Blanket Mine, estimates the total cost… Read More Here
Mali’s Gold Production Slumps in 2025 Amid Mining Disputes 28 Gold Economy International 

Mali’s Gold Production Slumps in 2025 Amid Mining Disputes

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Mali Gold Output Falls 22.9% in 2025 as Barrick Suspension and Mining Reforms Disrupt Production Mali’s industrial gold production declined by 22.9 per cent in 2025, largely due to the prolonged suspension of Barrick Mining’s operations amid a dispute over tougher mining regulations, according to provisional data from the Ministry of Mines. The West African nation, one of Africa’s leading gold producers, has been implementing reforms aimed at increasing state revenue and local value capture under a new mining code introduced in 2023. As part of the reform process, a… Read More Here

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