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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 …

As the global race for critical minerals intensifies, countries across Africa are fast-tracking investments in beneficiation infrastructure to bolster local economies, create jobs and secure more equitable participation in global mineral value chains. The continent’s mineral-rich economies are increasingly focusing on developing domestic refining and processing capacity to shift from …

Delivering reliable, high performance and cost effective pumping solutions for heavy, abrasive slurry applications remains a top priority for submersible slurry pump manufacturer and supplier Goodwin Africa, according to Marketing and Sales Director Rui Gomes. Well positioned to meet the needs of the mining industry across South Africa and the …

Shuka Minerals is poised to finalize its acquisition of Zambia’s historic Kabwe Zinc Mine, having secured a crucial £2 million funding facility. This strategic move, bolstered by a significant capital injection from Gathoni Muchai Investments Limited (GMI), paves the way for accelerated geological, mining, and mineral processing planning at the …

Water-related risks can easily be underestimated in a due diligence study of a mining operation, with pollution and flooding being among the many aspects that prospective investors or lenders need to consider. “In most mining transactions, the issue of water generally presents a significant risk to investors,” said Peter Shepherd, …

Offering opportunities for knowledge exchange over the past 30 years, the MiningForum remains an important European networking platform for the continent’s mining industry. Slated for the 18th to the 19th of June, the MiningForum 2026, under the theme of ‘Raw Materials Momentum’ will discuss current developments along the entire raw …

The time is ripe for Africa’s mining sector to realise its full potential. With vast mineral reserves, the continent holds the resources needed to drive the next phase of development, both for Africa and the world. As global debates continue over which minerals will fuel this growth, renewed international interest …

The C&I Energy + Storage Summit Zambia, a pivotal event for the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, is poised to launch on August 27-28, 2025, in Lusaka. This landmark summit will introduce a dynamic platform aimed at tackling pressing energy challenges and delivering sustainable solutions for the commercial and …