First Quantum Minerals announces a strategic investment in Prospect Resources the Australian-based battery and electrification metals developer. Prospect’s principal focus is advancing the Mumbezhi Copper Project in north-western Zambia, around 25km south-east of First Quantum’s Trident combined project (Sentinel and...
Dependable, affordable, and sustainable energy is essential for the mining sector, and by extension the development of the nation, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has told experts at the Energy Forum for Africa Conference in Lusaka.
Maamba Energy Limited (MEL) announces commencement of its 300 MW Phase II power plant expansion project. The event was graced and launched by the President Mr. Hakainde Hichilema at a groundbreaking ceremony on 13th August 2024, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards energy security. The expansion, which will add an additional 300 MW to the existing capacity, aims to double MEL’s energy output to 600 MW, which is scheduled to be completed by mid-2026.
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) and ZESCO have entered into a landmark Power Supply Agreement (PSA), marking a new era of cooperation and securing a sustainable energy supply for FQM's Trident and Kansanshi mines in Zambia.
Maamba Collieries Limited (MCL) has completed its scheduled maintenance works on one of its two 150 MW units at the coal-fired thermal power plant three days ahead of schedule and has since resumed operations at full capacity and supplying...
MAAMBA COLLIERIES LTD AND ZESCO LIMITED JOINT CLARIFICATION ON MAINTENANCE OUTAGE