Maamba Collieries
Coal
Maamba Collieries unveils game changing mining equipment
This makes Maamba the first mining firm in Zambia to operate this Surface Miner, used to mine in layers by using a milling drum.
Energy
Maamba supplies full capacity as demand peaks
Zambia relies heavily on hydropower for energy but has been facing power shortages, caused by drought. In March, its electricity deficit had reached 810 MW.
Coal
Maamba mitigates power risk at Lake Kariba
Falling water levels in Kariba have necessitated MCL to relocate its pumps to a new location in the lake to provide water for its 300-Megawatt power plant.
Base Metals
Zambia power reductions imposed: First Quantum cuts back at Kansanshi
On Saturday, 25 July, Zambia power reductions were initiated and electricity supply to First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi operation, including the smelter was reduced to 117...
