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FQM reinforces commitment to local manufacturing capacity growth

The Vice President Mutale Nalumango has commended First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM) resolute stance on promoting long-term local economic and social development. The applause comes after FQM reinforced its commitment towards capacity strengthening of the nation’s manufacturing sector during the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) Mining Local Content conference in Kitwe. …

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Zambia Unveils Ambitious Plan to Control Critical Minerals Production

Lusaka, Zambia – In a bold move aimed at maximizing the economic benefits of its vast mineral wealth, the Zambian government has announced plans to establish a state-owned investment company that will control at least 30% of critical minerals production from future mines. Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe unveiled the strategy …

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Zambia’s Mining Boom: AI Unearths Riches as Reforms Drive Exploration

Zambia’s copper belt is abuzz with a renewed sense of optimism.  A landmark discovery using artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited a surge in exploration activity, while government reforms aim to unlock the country’s vast mineral potential. “This year marks a pivotal year for Zambia’s mining sector,” says Dr Nicolaas C …

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Sibanye-Stillwater offer smart mining innovations studies

Students from Southern Africa and Japan have spent a week with the Sibanye-Stillwater Digital Mining Laboratory (DigiMine) at the Wits Mining Institute as part of the collaborative Smart Mining Program. According to DigiMine head Dr. Ahsan Mahboob, the group of 24 students spent a week in lectures, mine visits and …

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Weir Minerals Seeks SHE Officer for SADC Region

Job Title: SHE Officer SADC Division: Weir Minerals Location: Swakopmund – Namibia Onsite Purpose of Role: To ensure health, safety and environment compliance Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us …

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