Swedish Delegation Explores Zambia’s Mining Sector & Green Transition at Kansanshi Mine
A Swedish delegation, led by Sweden’s Ambassador to Zambia, Johan Hallenborg, toured First Quantum Minerals’ subsidiary, Kansanshi Mining Plc, to gain insights into Zambia’s mining sector and the ongoing green transition efforts.
With a keen interest in understanding both the challenges and opportunities within Zambia’s mining industry, the Swedish delegation engaged in a series of discussions and briefings during their visit.
The primary focus was on sustainability practices and environmental stewardship initiatives being implemented by Kansanshi Mine.
Kansanshi Mine Assistant General Manager Axel Kottgen led the delegation through a detailed briefing on mine operations, touching on expansion projects, and emphasising the mine’s commitment to sustainable practices.
And Kansanshi Mine Environmental Manager Arnold Malambo, provided a valuable understanding of the mine’s environmental stewardship efforts, highlighting measures aimed at minimizing environmental impact and promoting biodiversity conservation.
Furthermore, the delegation received an in-depth presentation from Corporate Social Responsibility Consultant Bruce Lewis, who elaborated on the mine’s Corporate Social
Investment (CSI) programmes, emphasising their alignment with sustainability principles.
The tour offered the Swedish delegation a deeper understanding of the intricate interplay between economic development, environmental conservation, and social responsibility within the mining sector.
FQM Zambia Country Manager Dr Godwin Beene accompanied the delegation alongside a team from Epiroc, a Swedish company.
