In June, First Quantum Minerals Ltd. announced that it would be consolidating First Quantum Mining Operations Limited’s (FQMO) Road and Earthworks Division, Mining Division and related supporting services with operations at Kansanshi Mining Plc (KMP). It has been eighteen years since Kansanshi commenced production, however, ore grades have been deteriorating …
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Africa Energy Indaba has been hosting riveting discussions covering the deployment of renewable energy innovations to bridge continental energy gaps. Rapid advancements related to technology have certainly rendered life easier than ever before. However, such progression is driven by energy and many regions in the world are quickly running low …
Read More »Zambia, Vedanta saga on Konkola Mine on the verge of a settlement
VEDANTA Resources was on the cusp of bringing four years of dispute with the Zambian government over Konkola Copper Mines to a close, this is according to media reports. The reports quote the Indian firm as saying it was at an “advanced stage” of executing agreements with Zambia that could …
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SKF LGGB 2 is a biodegradable, low toxicity, synthetic ester, oil-based grease that has been specially formulated to suit any application where there is the potential of environmental contamination. During the equipment lubrication process, it is not always possible to prevent some grease from leaking. “In applications like agriculture and …
Read More »Hydrogen: A Pathway for Energy Transition in Africa – Revolutionising the Energy Sector
The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the need for cleaner and more sustainable alternatives. Hydrogen, often referred to as the “fuel of the future,” is emerging as a promising solution that has the potential to revolutionise the energy sector in Africa and beyond. The 16th …
Read More »Anglo American joins efforts to create sustainable mining taxation solutions
Anglo American joined representatives of government, civil society and other stakeholders in the mining sector at a global conference in Lusaka to discuss the future of resource taxation, as part of the launch of a new guide on the subject by the Inter-governmental Forum (IGF) on Mining. Those attending were …
Read More »KIBALI SET TO ROLL OUT NEW 10-YEAR PLAN ON BACK OF PRODUCTION RAMP-UP AND RESERVE REPLACEMENT
Barrick Gold Corporation, Africa’s biggest gold mine, Kibali, stepped up production significantly in the past quarter as part of its planned ramp-up and is well on track to achieve its annual guidance. At the same time, successful exploration is expected to more than replace reserves depleted by mining again this …
Read More »Metso to deliver a large minerals processing equipment package to Kansanshi copper mine
Canadian First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has placed an additional order with Metso for the delivery of minerals processing equipment to their Kansanshi copper mine S3 expansion announced in 2022 in Zambia. The value of the order exceeds EUR 20 million, and it has been booked in the Minerals segment’s second-quarter …
Read More »Zambia Nears Selection of Investor for Mopani Copper Mine Acquisition
The Zambian government is edging closer to choosing an investor to take over the operations of Mopani Copper Mines, a decision is expected by the end of this month. Minister of Finance and National Planning, Situmbeko Musokotwane, revealed that the country is currently evaluating bids from four short-listed companies. China’s Zijin Mining Group, Norinco Group, Sibanye …
Read More »FQM’S KANSANSHI MINE HANDS OVER K1.2M IN CHEQUES TO SIX SOLWEZI COOPERATIVES
First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi Mining PLC has handed over cheques amounting to K 1.2 million to six cooperatives engaged in various business activities, each receiving K 200,000 in a continued effort to support and improve the welfare and livelihood of communities in Solwezi. The mining firm is alive of the …
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