…futureproof its energy needs with natural gas By LINDIWE MEKWE* When it comes to reducing its environmental impact and futureproofing its energy needs, natural gas is the best answer for the mining industry. Transitioning to natural gas or renewable energy sources can improve energy efficiency significantly, thereby reducing emissions. Utilising …
Read More »Zambia’s Mining Revenue Boost: A Collaborative Effort Yields Millions
Zambia’s reliance on its mining sector for economic growth has long been a double-edged sword. While the country boasts significant reserves of copper, cobalt, and manganese, maximizing the financial benefits from these resources has been a persistent challenge. Complexities surrounding cross-border transactions, transfer pricing, opaque mineral pricing, and the valuation …
Read More »Muntanga uranium project fully permitted for mining
The Muntanga project in the southeastern region of the Siavonga and Chirundu Districts is progressing towards mining, project financing and development. The developers GoviEx said the feasibility study (FS) of the project has catapulted it towards this major milestone. According to the company, the FS was prepared by Ukwazi Transaction Advisory, …
Read More »Jubilee Metals Group Hit by Zambian Power Woes, But Remains Confident in Long-Term Outlook
Aim- and AltX-listed diversified metals producer Jubilee Metals Group has reported a setback in its Zambian operations due to severe power constraints. The company, in its operational and project update for the first half of its 2025 financial year ended December 31, revealed that copper production at its Roan operation …
Read More »Lobito Rail Project to Break Ground by 2026, Promises Economic Transformation
In a significant development for African infrastructure, the Zambia-Lobito rail project is set to commence by early 2026, as Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) CEO Samaila Zubairu announced at the Lobito Corridor Leaders Summit. This ambitious project, which has received pivotal support from US President Joe Biden, aims to revolutionize trade …
Read More »FQM commence distribution of farming season inputs
Canadian-based mining and metals company whose principal activities include mineral exploration, development and mining – First Quantum Minerals, though its subsidiary Trident have officially launched the distribution of farming inputs for the 2024/2025 farming season, reaffirming the company’s commitment to strengthening agriculture and enhancing food security in the country. The …
Read More »Mantashe Urges Investors: “We Have Deposits, Come and Invest” in South Africa’s Oil and Gas Potential – Updated
South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, made a direct appeal to investors at the 30th AOW: Investing in African Energy Conference: “Investors, we are not saying come to South Africa as a tourist destination, we have deposits, come and invest.” Mantashe emphasised the significant untapped potential …
Read More »Africa Emerges as a Key Player in Global Energy Security
With recent geopolitical events highlighting the vulnerabilities of global energy supply chains, Africa is attracting increasing attention as a reliable and promising source of oil and gas. As the world seeks to diversify its energy portfolios and ensure security of supply, investors are recognising the immense potential of Africa’s underexplored …
Read More »FQM heeds Presidential skills development call
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has pledged its support for President Hakainde Hichilema’s call to advance skills development in mining communities to combat unemployment. President Hichilema urged mining companies like FQM, which operates Kansanshi mine in Solwezi and FQM Trident in Kalumbila, North-Western Province, to prioritise skilled locals for employment opportunities …
Read More »Zambia EITI Online Fusion portal goes live
Zambia Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (ZEITI) new Zambia EITI Online Fusion portal is now live. The portal provides a new era of open access to information and data about Zambia’s mineral resources for all stakeholders and the public. “Zambia EITI is delighted to confirm that our new Zambia EITI Online Fusion …
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