Mining
The mining industry — licences, investment, jobs and the communities around the pits.
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Business
Government to Roll Out Small Scale Mining Fund
Government is set to boost mining production and meet national productivity targets...
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Business
KCM SME Day: Local Suppliers Eye Greater Role in Mining Supply Chain
Konkola Copper Mines Plc (KCM) has brought local businesses closer to the mining...
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Business
Mining firms in Zambia ramp up Coal production as prices shoot up by 21%
Zambia’s coal sector has recorded significant gains
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Business
We’ll do away with IMF if we reduce reliance on mining – EAZ
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Sport
Muz, Nkana Fc Sign K200,000 Partnership Deal to Support Mining Community Club
The Mineworkers Union of Zambia and Nkana Football Club have signed a K200,000 deal aimed...
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Business
ZACL confirms Solwezi Airport as official host partner for inaugural Motor, Mining and Agri Expo
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) has confirmed Solwezi Airport as the Official Host Partner for the inaugural Solwezi Motor, Mining and Agriculture (MMA) Expo, scheduled
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Politics
Cabinet Approves New Mining Royalty Framework After Industry Consultations
Cabinet has approved revised mineral royalty rates designed to balance government revenue with investor confidence. The Zambia Chamber of Mines welcomed clarity but warned that power tariffs remain a bigger cost concern for operators.
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Business
FQM Onboard as Partner for the Solwezi Mma Expo 2026– a Game Changer for the Mining Ecosystem
In a bold and defining statement of commitment to Zambia’s industrial future, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has stepped forward as a partner of the highly anticipated Solwezi Motor, Mining & Agriculture (MMA) Expo 2026 -organized by Lusaka Happening. Set in the heart of Zambia’s mining…
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Business
Mining sector set for WB’s $80m boost
ZAMBIA’S mining sector is set to benefit from an US$80 million World Bank-funded programme aimed at promoting sustainable, inclusive and well-governed mineral development. A World Bank mission is in the country to work with Government and key institutions on finalising the design…
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Business
KCM SME Day: Local Suppliers Eye Greater Role in Mining Supply Chain
Konkola Copper Mines Plc (KCM) has brought local businesses closer to the mining value chain through its 2026 SME Day, as the company seeks to deepen participation by Zambian enterprises in its growing operations. Held under the theme “Partnering for Sustainable Growth and Shared Prosperity,”…
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Business
Muz, Nkana Fc Sign K200,000 Partnership Deal to Support Mining Community Club
The Mineworkers Union of Zambia and Nkana Football Club have signed a K200,000 deal aimed at strengthening support for the Kitwe-based club over the next 18 months. The deal signed at Katilungu House in Kitwe, includes 20 egg trays to be supplied every month by…
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Business
Sugilite wasn’t stolen – NPA
THE 23 tonnes of sugilite at the centre of Zambia’s high-profile Luapula mining scandal, once estimated by Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu to be worth over US$50 million, were lawfully returned to a Syrian-owned construction company whose registered business activities do not include mining…
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Opinion
Preserve Dignity Beyond the Ballot
Exporting unprocessed copper leaves Zambia vulnerable to commodity price swings and forfeits thousands of skilled jobs. Government should tie mining licences to beneficiation milestones and reliable power for smelters.
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Entertainment
Boniface Muchelenej: The Architect Behind Zambia’s Musical Renaissance
Zambian music icon Macky 2 has dropped a 14-track album celebrating Copperbelt mining culture and township life. The release debuted at number one on local streaming charts within 48 hours of launch.
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Politics
Parliament Debates 2026 National Budget Amid Opposition Walkout
Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane presented a K217 billion national budget focused on debt service, education and energy infrastructure. UPND and opposition MPs clashed over proposed mining windfall taxes before a partial walkout stalled debate.
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Business
KCM pledges continuity in cultural preservation investment
KONKOLA Copper Mines (KCM) has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to supporting communities in Shibuyunji through continued investment in cultural preservation and community development. KCM Chief Executive Officer Malcolm Mawet says the mining company is proud to sponsor the Ikubi Lyaalongo Traditional Ceremony…
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Business
EIZ sees investor boost from global recognition
ZAMBIA’S efforts to attract more investment into mining, transport infrastructure, energy, agriculture and water development are expected to receive a boost following the country’s admission as a provisional signatory to the Washington Accord, the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) has said. Speaking…
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Business
ZCCM-IH hires global advisers for listing drive
ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has appointed local and international transaction advisers to spearhead its Listing Optimisation Process as the mining investment firm seeks to strengthen its presence in global capital markets. The appointments follow a cautionary announcement issued by the company…
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Business
How Much Would It Take For
How much capital would it take for Zambian investors to not only own but to develop, and operate a large scale mining company? With geophysical surveys, mineral mapping, and data processing already ongoing to identify viable sites, the next question is: who funds the exploration…
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Business
From Recovery to Record Growth
How KCM Reignited Zambia’s Copper Giant Two years after Vedanta Resources resumed stewardship of Konkola Copper Mines, one of Zambia’s most important mining assets is once again setting the pace for investment, production and long-term growth. Two years ago, Konkola Copper Mines stood at one…
