Barrick Lumwana Mine to double copper production

ZANIS – Barrick Lumwana Mine  is expected to double its copper production from the current 120,000 metric tonnes to 240,000 per annum by 2028, with the expansion of the Super Mine Pit.

Speaking when a delegation of three Cabinet Ministers led by Minister of Mines and Mineral Development PAUL KABUSWE visited the mine today, Barrick Lumwana Country Manager ANTHONY MALENGA attributed the anticipated increased copper production to the stable  policy environment put in place by the government.

And Mr. MALENGA said the company has prioritised the employment of local people with 99 percent local workers out of which 40 percent are community members from Kalumbila district.

He added that with the coming of the Expansion of the Super Pit Mine, the mining company is expected to increase the number of employees from the current 2,500 to 8,500 by 2028 while   550 more permanent jobs will be added.

Meanwhile, Minister of Mines and Mineral Development PAUL KABUSWE said with the anticipated increased copper production it will be possible for the nation to achieve its three million metric tonnes strategic target by 2030.