MALAWI ENVOY HAILS KCM AS BEACON OF MINING EXCELLENCE

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Malawi’s High Commissioner to Zambia, Her Excellency Margaret Kamoto, has described Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) as a beacon of mining excellence on the African continent, following a familiarization tour of the Konkola Deep Mining Project (KDMP) in Chililabombwe.

High Commissioner Kamoto, who was accompanied by her delegation, said the visit was aimed at appreciating the mine’s operations and underscoring the deep ties between Malawi and Zambia.

“KCM is one of Zambia’s proudest industrial achievements and a symbol of strength and resilience of the nation’s economy,” she said.

She noted that Malawi celebrates Zambia’s achievements in the mining sector and looks forward to learning from its expertise to develop Malawi’s own mineral potential.

“The success of mines like KCM can serve as a catalyst for strengthening industrial linkages between our two countries, creating opportunities for Malawian suppliers, engineers and other professionals,” Kamoto added.

The envoy emphasized that Malawi is keen to deepen cooperation with KCM in geological surveying, value addition, policy design, and sustainable mining governance.

Kamoto also commended KCM’s efforts in promoting responsible mining practices, environmental protection, and community development, acknowledging its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

“Mining must not just be about the extraction of minerals, but about the upliftment of communities through responsible CSR,” she said.