The catastrophic collapse of the Sino Metals tailings dam in Chambishi, Zambia, has sent shockwaves through the mining industry, serving as a chilling reminder of the potential for environmental devastation as the world’s appetite for minerals grows. The 18 February 2025 incident, which unleashed over 50 million litres of acidic …

Kabwe, Zambia – In the heart of Kabwe, a city scarred by decades of industrial neglect, a new chapter of environmental injustice is unfolding. Children, already burdened by the devastating effects of lead poisoning from a defunct mine, now face intensified health risks as the Zambian government facilitates the resurgence of …

Rongxing Investments has been shut down with immediate effect for repeatedly polluting the Lulamba River, which connects to the Kafue River. Despite warnings from the Mines Safety Department, investigations indicate the company’s environmental violations. “We have since instructed all relevant authorities including Zambia Environment Management Agency (ZEMA), Mine safety department …

Global mining giant Barrick Gold has solidified its commitment to Zambia, signing a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the government’s Industrial Resources Limited (IRL). This move signals a significant push to bolster exploration and mining activities in the mineral-rich nation, aligning with Zambia’s ambitious goal of tripling its copper …

Innovative and reliable equipment solutions for the construction, mining, and industrial sectors  SkyJacks says its solutions are designed to meet the stringent demands of sectors such as mining, engineering, and construction. The company has penned an exclusive distribution agreement with Atlas Lifting and Rigging (ALR) across Southern Africa. According to …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has observed that the local economy has shown greater resilience than previously anticipated in 2024. Ongoing engagement with local authorities and other stakeholders by the IMF indicate that the resilience was supported by stronger-than-projected performance in both the mining and non-mining sectors”. “We also took …

The Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development (MMMD) has launched the Zambia Integrated Mining Information System (ZIMIS)  Authorities said the groundbreaking system marks a significant step forward in enhancing efficiency, transparency, and governance in the mining sector. According to MMMD, ZIMIS represents a new era of digital innovation in mining license …

A week ago, the Zambian government rolled the dice, scrapping a controversial 15% export tax on gemstones and precious metals, a move Finance Minister Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane insists will transform the nation’s fortunes. In a bold play to ignite its struggling artisanal mining sector, the government is betting that shedding …

Monica Ngambi, born on the day Zambia declared independence, has witnessed a lifetime of copper extraction. Yet, the prosperity promised by the nation’s vast mineral wealth remains elusive for her and many others in the Copperbelt. While global powers scramble for Zambia’s copper, fuelling the clean energy transition, the stark …

GoviEx Uranium has taken the first step in securing project financing for its Muntanga uranium project by appointing Endeavour Financial as its financial advisor. “With the Feasibility Study for Muntanga completed in January 2025, we are now focused on securing project financing, a critical step in the development of this …