Zambian Mining News

As the global race for copper intensifies, two African nations are emerging as indispensable players and the implications stretch well beyond the continent’s mining sector. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia are consolidating their positions at the heart of the global copper supply chain, underpinned by vast reserves, ambitious production targets and a …

By Jimmy Samuels – Africa Executive at Workforce Staffing The Lobito Corridor is one of Africa’s most ambitious infrastructure initiatives. Planned as a west-to-east rail link from the Port of Lobito in Angola through the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, with onward access to Tanzania’s eastern ports, it aims to transform the movement of …

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The Zambian mining sector is approaching a significant milestone as the Luanshya Copper Mine prepares to resume production this August following a dormant period lasting over twenty years. This resurgence is driven by the China Nonferrous Mining Corporation (CNMC), which maintains an 80 per cent majority stake in the venture, while Zambia’s state mining investment …

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A renewed push by BHP into Zambia’s copper sector is signalling a shift toward the next frontier of mineral discovery, with the company targeting large, deeply buried deposits as global demand accelerates. The move reflects growing international interest in Zambia’s underexplored potential, as the country works to expand output and strengthen its position in the …

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Zambia is stepping into a new phase of its copper expansion strategy, with the US$300 million Mingomba Mine set to break ground on 29 April  2026. The project, led by KoBold Metals, is expected to become a key contributor to the country’s long-term production goals, with planned output of up to 300,000 metric tonnes of …

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