First Quantum Minerals backs National Snakebite guidelines

Guidelines to prevent and treat injury and death from snakebites have been launched by the Ministry of Health with support from First Quantum Minerals (FQM). The National Snakebite Prevention and Management Guidelines, produced by the ministry and Snake Safety Zambia, mark a significant step forward in addressing the serious threat posed by snakebites, especially in rural communities.

Integrated solutions power the future of mining
ABB showcased a diverse array of solutions During Electra Mining Africa 2024 that cater to multiple industry sectors, but mainly mining, while highlighting key trends shaping the market and how achieving energy efficiency impacts business operations. These evolving priorities are pushing companies toward greater adoption of digitalisation and automation, enabling them to operate more responsibly and resiliently.

The Critical Minerals Africa Group Launched to Unlock Africa’s Critical Minerals Potential

Global leaders in the critical minerals industry have today launched the Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) to foster deeper relationships between Africa and global markets, empower companies operating in Africa’s critical minerals space, and thereby unlock Africa’s full critical minerals potential.

Komatsu introduces new WA700-8 wheel loader
Komatsu is proud to announce the new WA700-8, a powerful and efficient addition to its range of wheel loaders designed for quarry operations and aggregate producers. This wheel loader is an ideal four-pass match with 70-ton trucks such as Komatsu’s new HD605-10 haul truck. The WA700-8 also offers substantial improvements in performance, efficiency and operator comfort compared to its predecessor, the WA700-3.

Community leaders call on Anglo American to accept responsibility for lead poisoning in Kabwe, Zambia
Community leaders backed by health and legal experts are calling upon the London-headquartered mining giant Anglo American to answer for the public health and environmental harm that its historic mining practices have had on the communities of Kabwe, Zambia.

From pollution to power: The Middle East’s new energy frontier
The Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report revealed that global gas flare volumes had increased by 7% in 2023 – the highest volume recorded over the past five years. The increase of gas flaring from nine billion cubic metres (bcm) to 148 billion bcm in 2023 added approximately 381 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents (C02e) to the atmosphere. The concern is that once again flaring is on the increase after a notable decrease between 2021 and 2022 and that the impact of this pollution will be felt across the environment and human health for some time to come.

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First Mining DRC-Zambia is a journal that focuses on creating a networking forum for the decision makers in businesses and Governments across Africa's Copper belt region, who are either directly or indirectly involved in mining Developments. We inform ,educate and create business and networking opportunities for all Companies that are interested in expanding their business across DRC, Zambia and beyond. FMDZ is a bi-monthly magazine for the mining industry.

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