Zambia is a major mining country, particularly known for its copper production. Here are some of the key mining companies operating in Zambia:
Major Mining Companies in Zambia
1. First Quantum Minerals (FQM) – Operates:
– Kansanshi Mine (largest copper mine in Africa)
– Sentinel Mine (Kalumbila)
2. Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) – Operated by Vedanta Resources (under dispute with Zambian govt.)
– Konkola Deep Mining Project (KDMP)
– Nchanga Mine
3. Mopani Copper Mines – Previously owned by Glencore, now under ZCCM-IH (Zambian state)
– Mufulira Mine
– Nkana Mine
4. Barrick Gold Corporation – Operates:
– Lumwana Copper Mine
5. China Nonferrous Mining Corporation (CNMC) – Operates:
– Chambishi Copper Mine
– Luanshya Copper Mines (Baluba & Muliashi)
6. ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) – State-owned investment arm with stakes in multiple mines
7. Gemfields – Specializes in emeralds:
– Kagem Emerald Mine (world’s largest emerald mine)
8. FQM Trident Limited – Subsidiary of First Quantum, operates:
– Enterprise Nickel Project
9. Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) – Provides power to mining companies
10. Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) Africa – Operates:
– Chambishi Metals (cobalt & copper processing)
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Other Notable Companies:
– Lubambe Copper Mine (joint venture between EMR Capital & ZCCM-IH)
– NFC Africa Mining (Chambishi South-East Mine)
– Karma Mining Services & Supplies (contract mining services)
Zambia’s mining sector is dominated by copper, but it also produces cobalt, nickel, emeralds, and other minerals. The government has been increasing its stake in mines through ZCCM-IH, and new investments continue to expand the industry.
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