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Mine safe key to higher copper production

Comprehensive skills development can help boost workforce productivity while minimising accidents. Strong safety guidelines and training at mines across the country must be implemented with the seriousness they deserve to avoid workplace accidents, says First Quantum Minerals Government Relations Specialist Dr Godwin Beene. Speaking ahead of World Day for Safety …

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Covid-19 deals a blow to Zambia-Zimbabwe border hydro project

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the developers of a $4 billion hydropower plant on the Zambia-Zimbabwe border have postponed the project until next year. Pre-construction work on the Batoka Gorge project has been halted for several months, and funding is still being secured, according to Zambezi River Authority spokesman Fitzgerald …

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Digitalization, an essential part of the X-Energy Solution

Automation and digitalization of processes have the potential to improve safety, efficiency, and environmental impact in all mining operations. In an industry where data is being generated daily through digitized processes, Data Science methods are becoming instrumental to enhance decision making and guide the sustainability of the operations. “The Data …

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FQM reveals innovation culture behind its success

Fluctuating commodity prices, unstable taxes and the outbreak of COVID-19 have been the significant challenges faced by the mining sector. Despite the many obstacles, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has managed to remain viable and increase production. However part of what has helped sustain the mine through the hardships is its …

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