President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a keynote address at the prestigious Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town on Monday, February 3rd, 2025. This high-profile event, renowned globally as the premier gathering for mining industry leaders, will convene under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining, Today!” – a poignant reminder …
Read More »FQM DRIVES ZAMBIAN MINING GROWTH WITH LANDMARK COPPERBELT GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
Recognising the vast untapped potential of the Copperbelt Province, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has handed over a ground-breaking aerial geological survey of the Copperbelt to the Zambian government. The survey, entirely funded by FQM, addresses the lack of comprehensive documentation of the region’s mineral wealth, despite over a century of …
Read More »Government to Strengthen Oversight in Mining Industry to Boost Transparency and Local Development – Kabeta
In a bold move to enhance transparency and accountability in Zambia’s mining sector, Dr. Hapenga Kabeta, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, announced that the government will establish a permanent presence at all mining operations to closely monitor production levels. Speaking on ZNBC’s Morning Live program …
Read More »Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities in the Mining Industry
The global mining industry is undergoing a period of unprecedented transformation, driven by a confluence of factors that are reshaping the sector’s dynamics. According to Arjen de Bruin, CEO of business management consultancy OIM Consulting, the shift towards renewable energy sources is creating a surge in demand for certain minerals, …
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 »KoBold Metals to Invest $2.3 Billion in Major Copper Mine in Zambia
The mining exploration company backed by Bill Gates, KoBold Metals, plans to invest $2.3 billion to develop a significant copper mine in Zambia, according to President Hakainde Hichilema, who cited company figures. The company aims to produce over 300,000 metric tons of copper annually at the Mingomba site, potentially making …
Read More »FQM CEO inspects progress of S3 expansion at Kansanshi
First Quantum Minerals Chief Executive, Tristan Pascall, has been on the ground at Kansanshi to inspect the progress the company is making with its S3 expansion project. Of a total investment commitment of US$1.25 billion, the majority of this is being spent this year to ensure the entire project is …
Read More »Jubilee’s Strategic Copper Expansion in Zambia
A prominent player in metals processing across Africa, Jubilee, has shared the latest developments in its copper operations in Zambia. The company is strategically pursuing a significant expansion to achieve an initial target of 25,000 tonnes of copper per annum. This expansion encompasses both augmenting Jubilee’s copper resource base and …
Read More »Winder Controls celebrates 50 years of innovation
Supporting innovation and focusing on agile provision of solutions to its clients has ensured the ongoing success of shaft-hoisting specialist Winder Controls. This has led to a large installed base in multiple countries, with significant growth from our humble beginnings 50 years ago, says MD Tim Keegan. Winder Controls is …
Read More »STEINERT, Ferbasa leading sensor-based sorting in Latin America
STEINERT has developed a unique sensor combination concept called “multi-sensor sorting” or STEINERT KSS. The STEINERT KSS sorting system applies this concept, combining the x-ray transmission sensor with three other additional sensor options (Induction, 3D laser, and Colour). Ferbasa operates one of the largest chromite mines in Brazil and is …
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