A new guide to Zambia’s critical minerals highlighting the country’s current and potential resources such as cobalt, lithium, and graphite was launched this week in Lusaka. The publication, Critical Minerals Potential of Zambia, is a collaboration between Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development and the British Geological Survey (BGS), …

The energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, led by advances in batteries, artificial intelligence (AI) and hydrogen. Together, these technologies are powering everything from electric vehicles to industrial systems. IDTechEx’s portfolios of Batteries & Energy Storage and Electric Vehicles research reports cover the latest developments. According to the reports, …

A quiet revolution is underway in Zambia, a nation historically grappling with power deficits, as the state-owned Zambia Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (ZESCO) embarks on an ambitious journey to transform the country into the energy heartbeat of the African continent. This monumental shift, highlighted at the recent Invest Zambia International …

In a bid to stabilise the 330kV electricity network in Zambia’s North-Western Province, ZESCO, in partnership with First Quantum Minerals (FQM), Barrick, and technical collaborators ADC and Zutari, is implementing a significant infrastructure upgrade to enhance power stability and reliability, an essential move to support expanding mining operations. FQM is …

Upcoming JVChantete Earthworks Ltd Mining & Machinery Online De-Fleet Auction – Nuco Auctioneers Returns with Exclusive De-Fleet Auction in Zambia Nuco Auctioneers, a trusted name in asset disposal and fleet reduction auctions, is proud to announce its upcoming Zambia-based online auction, featuring a diverse range of quality assets across multiple …

KSB Pumps and Valves is investing in the future of industrial service excellence through its dedicated training hub, the SupremeServ Academy. Based at the company’s Jet Park facility, the academy was established to address the growing need for specialised skills across KSB’s service value chain and to support its expansive …

Recognised as Zambia’s leading mining investor, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) received top honours at the inaugural Invest Zambia International Conference (IZIC), a landmark event held in Lusaka, Zambia to spotlight the country’s investment opportunities and reform agenda. Receiving the “Best Investor in Mining – 2025” award, FQM was acknowledged for …

In a significant move to assert greater control over its vast mineral riches, Zambia is poised to ship its first consignment of semi-processed copper through a groundbreaking partnership between state-owned Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and global commodities powerhouse, Mercuria Energy Group. This ambitious venture, securing a vital government waiver, marks …

First Quantum Minerals (FQM) says its recent investment in Australia-listed Prospect Resources is a strategic step toward extending the life of its Sentinel copper mine in Zambia. Speaking to Reuters recently, FQM Zambia Country Director Anthony Mukutuma confirmed that the company’s 15% stake in Prospect, acquired in April positions it …

The construction of the $2 billion Super Pit Expansion Project at Barrick Mining Corporation’s Lumwana operation is progressing rapidly, marking a major step in transforming the mine into a Tier One copper producer. Barrick’s President and Chief Executive Officer Mark Bristow highlighted Lumwana’s remarkable turnaround since 2019, when it was …