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ZGCL Job Advert July 11th 2021

Zambia Gold Company Limited (Zambia Gold) was incorporated on 10 January 2020. Zambia Gold (the ‘Company’) is co-owned by ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc with a 51% stake and the Ministry of Finance owning the remaining 49% stake.  Zambia Gold is mandated to lead the development of the gold sector in Zambia by undertaking commercial activities for the benefit of all stakeholders. In order to achieve this objective, Zambia Gold Company will broadly undertake the following activities:

  1. Acquire exploration licenses and carry out mineral exploration with a focus on gold (either directly or in partnership with other entities)
  2. Develop and operate mines for gold and other precious minerals
  3. Refining, grading, producing, cutting and processing of gold and other precious minerals
  4. Buying and selling of gold and other minerals
  5. Support artisanal mining operations and transforming these into commercially viable activities
  6. Pursue value addition opportunities in the precious metals sector

In order to achieve this mission, the Company invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who are innovative, energetic and performance-driven to fill the following positions:

1. Civil Engineer X 1

Location         :           Lusaka                                           
Department   :           Mining
Report to        :           Manager Engineering Services    
Job Purpose   
To handle all matters relating to civil engineering construction and maintenance in the company. Maintain at all times high standards of Safety and Environmental management expected for the operations.           
Main duties

  1. Develop a detailed operational plan relating to civil works for the Company
  2. Attend to all new civil engineering construction works and designs (roads, buildings, water dams, tailings dams, drainages etc.)
  3. Attend to all civil engineering faults and repairs.
  4. Carry out preventive maintenance of all civil engineering works in the company.
  5. Ensure that materials required for civil engineering works are available.
  6. Initiate procurement of required civil engineering materials for both new and old projects on site.
  7. Carry out all new installations and modifications of civil engineering works as directed by the supervisors.
  8. Ensure that any work is carried out in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
  9. Ensure that all equipment relating to civil engineering works are in good operating state
  10. Compile weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual civil engineering status reports.

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Full Grade 12 Certificate
    Bachelor’s Degree Civil Engineering or its equivalent
    Master Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
    Professional membership              
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
    7 years’ experience in a similar position. 
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Sound mathematical, scientific and IT skills
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Ability to work to deadlines and within budget
    Problem solving skills
    Ability to maintain an overview of entire projects while continuing to attend to detailed technicalities
    Complete knowledge of relevant legislation
    Negotiating, supervisory and leadership skills
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Creativity
    Persuasive
    Pleasant
  4. e) Valid Driver’ s license

 

2. Safety Officer X 1

Location:                  Mwinilunga                                             
Department:           Mining
Report to:                 Project Manager         
Job Purpose 
To undertake work place activities to ensure that workers comply with company policies, procedures and government safety regulations and maintenance of Health and Safety Management System (HSES) records in order to facilitate decision making
Main duties

  1. Developing and implementing safety policies to reduce accident-related cost and prevent losses due to a decline in productivity
  2. Conduct safety inspections.
  3. Conduct safety training, coaching/induction.
  4. Conduct risk assessments.
  5. Conduct monthly safety meetings.
  6. Prepare Safety Topics (Daily, weekly and monthly).
  7. Investigate incident/accident/RCAT.
  8. Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Safety & Heath Administration, commonly known as OSHAs and other relevant regulations
  9. Supervise sub-contractors in issues pertaining to HSES
  10. Compile weekly , monthly, quarterly and annual civil engineering status reports

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Full Grade 12 Certificate
    Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems or its equivalent
    Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
    Professional membership             
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
    More than 5 years’ experience in both mining or construction industry  
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Computer skills
    Problem solving skills
    Supervisory and leadership skill
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Deep appreciation of mining regulations
    Persuasive
    Pleasant        
  4. e) Valid Driver’ s license

 

3. Assistant Security Officer-General Duties X 12

Location:                  Mwinilunga                                           
Department:           Human Resources
Report to:                 Security Officer-General Duties
Job Purpose   
To provide and deliver efficient and quality security by protecting company property, employees, visitors and contractor employees.         
Main duties

  1. Coordinate preliminary investigations of all crimes, or any losses incurred by the Company, Staff and Clients.
  2. Provide physical means of protecting staff and property and should be very alert for proper guarding against thefts, pilferage, accidents and intruders.
  3. Maintain all the key register properly and shall secure the keys properly in a designated safe place.
  4. Maintains and updates all the documentations on a daily basis
  5. Conduct internal patrols during the tenure of duty.
  6. Allocate duties to hired security Guards and ensuring that the guards are aware of their post and site instructions
  7. Ensures that the search of baggage of employees, visitors and motor vehicles is carried out effectively.
  8. Maintain the visitors register properly. 
  9. Maintain all security devices and products in good condition
  10. Prepare and submit daily security reports

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Full Grade 12 Certificate
    Certificate in Security (Police or Military) or its equivalent
    Relevant tertiary qualification will be an added advantage.
    Professional membership                     
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
    6 years’ experience in a similar position.
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Verbal and written Communication skills
    Computer skills
    Critical thinking skills
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Honesty and integrity
    Sober character
    Physical stamina
    Teamwork
    Courage
    Morality
    Appreciation of the Zambian Laws
    Persuasive
    Pleasant           

 

4. Assistant Security Officer-Investigations X 2

Location:           Mwinilunga
Department:    Human Resources
Report to:          Security Officer-Investigations
Job Purpose   
Provide expert evidence regarding complex site investigations of fraud and theft-related incidents.    
Main duties

  1. Prepare and present investigation enquiries to management
  2. Prepare and present docket enquiry files for Zambian Police Service as directed by the Investigations Superintendent
  3. Investigate incidents and occurrences as directed by the company Investigation Superintendent or Security Manager
  4. Call handling and initial response to reports of breaches of the company procedures or code of conduct
  5. Criminal Court attendant in relation to enquiries and investigations undertaken on behalf of the company.
  6. Attend to crime scenes relevant to the company`s business in Zambia
  7. Investigate white collar and syndicate crime affecting the company’s operations in Zambia
  8. Maintenance of Security incidents and investigation records.
  9. Loading of all statements, documentation, exhibits and photographs onto PPM 200.
  10. Compile and gather evidence

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Full Grade 12 Certificate
    Certificate in Security (Police or Military) or it’s equivalent
    Diploma in investigations, law, or any discipline in Social Sciences/Commercial field  Professional membership
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
    A minimum of at least 7 years’ experience in a reputable organisation with a criminal investigation bias or forensic knowledge.
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Verbal and written communication skills
    Computer skills
    Critical thinking skills
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Honest and integrity
    Sober character
    Appreciation of the Zambian Laws
    Persuasive
    Pleasant   
  4. e) Valid clean Driver’ s license

 

5. Excavator Equipment Operator X 2

Location:                  Mwinilunga
Department:           Mining
Report to:                 Shift Supervisor

Job Purpose   
Safe operations of Excavator Equipment and perform other duties at Kasenseli Gold Project Mine Site as need may arise. Maintain at all times high standards of Safety and Environmental management expected for the
Main duties

  1. Loads ADT’s (Articulated Dump Trucks) in a safe and productive manner as per operating standards.
  2. Completes correct pre-start checks and correct start up procedure on excavator.
  3. Maintains safe and clean working area of loading bays.
  4. Maintains housekeeping standards on the excavator.
  5. Carry out other projects work at Kasenseli Gold Project as directed by the supervisors.
  6. Co-ordinates excavator moves in a safe and productive manner.
  7. Selectively mine required material as per Supervisor instructions.

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Prefeably full Grade 12 Certificate
    RTSA Code B Driving Licence or Heavy equipment certificate from recognised institution is desirable
    Experience in excavating in rocky terrain will be added advantage.            
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
     6 years work experience in mining industry or any other operations
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Good Communication skills.
    Knowledge of Health and Safety rules.
    Reliable, Team player, self-starter and self-supervisor.
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Honest
    Integrity
    Persuasive
    Pleasant

 

6. Articulated Dump Truck Equipment Operator X 1

Location:                 Mwinilunga                                         
Department:          Mining
Report to:                Shift Superviso

Job Purpose   
Safe operations of ADT Equipment and perform other duties at Kasenseli Gold Project Mine Site as need may arise. Maintain at all times high standards of Safety and Environmental management expected for the operations. 
Main duties

  1. Operates the ADT (Articulated Dump Truck) in a safe and productive manner as per  operating standards.
  2. Completes correct pre-start checks and correct start up procedure on the ADT.
  3. Obeys haul routes speed limits and minimises spillages on haul routes.
  4. Maintains housekeeping standards on the ADT.
  5. Carry out other projects work at Kasenseli Gold Project as directed by the supervisor.
  6. Should be able to effectively reverse in tight and steep areas when loading and tipping.

Qualifications and experience

  1. Professional Qualifications
    Prefeably full Grade 12 Certificate
    RTSA Code B Driving Licence or Heavy equipment certificate from recognised institution is desirable
    Work experience in rocky terrain will be added advantage.
  2. Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:
    6 years work experience in mining industry or any other operations
  3. Skill Specifications:
    Good Communication skills.
    Knowledge of Health and Safety rules.
    Reliable, Team player, self-starter and self-supervisor.
    d) Other Attributes (Personality Traits)
    Honest
    Integrity
    Persuasive
    Pleasant

Zambia Gold Company Limited provides equal employment opportunities to all Zambians on merit without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, colour, tribe, disability, or religion.

Interested, suitably qualified and experienced persons should send their application together with certified copies of Academic and Professional certificates; a detailed Curriculum Vitae with traceable references and copy of the NRC should reach the undersigned not later than Friday, 23rd July, 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
Head Human Resources and Administration
Zambia Gold Company Limited
Subdivision F/377a/30/B
Kudu Road, Kabulonga
LUSAKA

Email: jobs@zccm-ih.com.zm

Download the document here: ZGCL Advertisement 11 July 2021
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Arbitrator in the “end game” of Kansanshi case with ZCCM-IH

Shareholders in Zambia’s largest mining investment firm have been advised that the arbitration case involving one of its investee companies has continued to progress and is nearing an end, according to a statement from ZCCM IH.

“Further to the cautionary announcement dated 25 November 2020, the Board of ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (“ZCCM-IH” or “the Company” or “the Board”) hereby wishes to inform shareholders and the market that arbitration proceedings against ZCCM-IH and Kansanshi Mining Plc (“KMP”) by Kansanshi Holdings Limited (“KHL”) have progressed”, read the latest statement on the matter from Company Secretary Chabby Chabala on 23 June 2021. “The arbitration tribunal has issued a Partial Final Award (dated 29 January 2021) in the arbitration, pursuant to which ZCCM-IH’s defence has been successful and various declarations have been granted in ZCCM-IH’s favour”.

The matter in question relates to “the arbitration proceedings that followed a criminal complaint made by ZCCM-IH with allegations of an unauthorised transfer of money by Kansanshi Mining to First Quantum’s local subsidiary”, according to Reuters in 2019.

Shareholders will recall the Reuters article that covered the story which disclosed the interdependency of “a separate case that ZCCM-IH began action in October 2016 to sue First Quantum for $1.4 billion over claims that the Canadian company borrowed $2.3 billion from its Zambian copper mining subsidiary Kansanshi without informing ZCCM-IH, a minority shareholder”.

In their latest statement, ZCCM IH indicates that “certain matters remain outstanding and will be addressed by the tribunal in the Final Award”.

Despite this signaling a favorable arbitrational journey, “shareholders were still advised that the matter is still on-going and may still have a material effect on the price of the Company’s securities. This is why ZCCM IH will continue to update Shareholders as the case progresses.

Source: http://fizambia.com/arbitrator-in-the-end-game-of-kansanshi-case-with-zccm-ih/
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Increasing production & not finding equity partner for Mopani is our focus – ZCCM IH

ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has dispelled assertions that they are more focused on finding an equity partner than driving production and keeping Mopani Copper Mines in local Zambian hands.

ZCCM IH acquired Mopani Copper Mines from Glencore and FQM. The move received wide ranging support from the mining unions, suppliers and communities on the Copperbelt and accross the country as it was seen as a move to have a wholly owned Zambian Coppper mine. But comcerns have been raised after indications from the mines ministry that that foreign equity partners have expressed interest in taking over the mines.

However, ZCCM IH which is the holding company has told the Zambian Business Times – ZBT that they are currently focusing on ensuring the development and growth of Mopani Copper Mine Plc’s production to generate more revenue for the company. ZCCM-IH Public Relations Manager Loisa Mbatha-Kakoma said the focus for Mopani Coper Mine was on mining and producing copper to ensure more revenue was generated for both current and future operations.

When asked on how far plans have gone to get onboard an equity partner and if the move confirmed fears that a local Zambian management cannot run the large copper mine, Mbatha-Kakoma said, “As you can understand, this is a high quality asset of which there are not many out there in the world. “Therefore it is not surprising that we were approached by several interested parties.

“Our focus for now is to ensure the development and growth of the mine in terms of production by the current Mopani management team who have so far had a provided a good track record,” she said. Mbatha-Kakoma said post deal closure, Mopani has continued operating normally and able to meet its operational needs.

She said all jobs have been retained with a new collective agreement concluded in record time. Mbatha-Kakoma said the Company is currently using its sales revenue to sustain its operations.

“Both Mining and Processing have continued without disruptions and the focus now is on mining and producing Copper so that more revenue is generated for both current and future operations,” he said. Government through ZCCM-IH acquired a majority stake in Mopani Copper Mine following a conclusion in negotiations with Glencore recently.

Source: https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/increasing-production-not-finding-equity-partner-for-mopani-is-our-focus-zccm-ih/
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1kg of gold now fetching K1.2m – ZCCM IH

Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) says it is currently offering a very competitive price for buying gold in the country at K1,150 per gram (about K1.2m for 1kg of gold), which is in line with global gold prices.

ZCCM-IH public relations manager Loisa Mbatha-Kakoma told the Zambian Business Times – ZBT that ZCCM-IH’s pricing has been competitive considering its presence in the market since it started and has raised the prices from the previous prices of about K250 per gram to have more market reflective pricing.

“Our pricing has actually been competitive considering our presence in the market since we started; we raised the prices from the previous unofficial exploitative ones of K250 per gram to have more market reflective pricing. We reached as high as K1,150 per gram from December 2020 to early this year,” she said.

Meanwhile, the price of gold being offered on the black market or by private buyers is currently K1,100 per gram.

Mbatha-Kakoma said in addition, ZCCM-IH does not charge any tax when buying the gold as it pays the tax on behalf of the artisanal small-scale miners.

“We do not charge any tax when buying the gold, as a matter of fact; we actually pay the tax on their behalf. Therefore, our pricing still remains competitive on the market and reflective of the global prices,” she reiterated.

Mbatha-Kakoma said the buying programme of gold is ongoing, and that ZCCM-IH has continued undertaking stakeholder awareness and engagement on the program. She said further, the company has so far set up gold-buying centres in strategic panning areas such as Lumezi, Vubwi and Rufunsa districts.

She also disclosed that from June 2020 to March 2021, the Zambia Gold Company, which is part of ZCCM-IH, has produced cumulative of 91 kilograms (KGs) of gold. Mbatha-Kakoma said that monthly production of gold varies depending on the availability of ore material.

She said in terms of formalizing artisanal small scale miners, ZCCM-IH’s role is working with licensed artisanal miners. Mbatha-Kakoma said so far, it was working with registered and licensed cooperatives in Rufunsa, Vubwi and Lumezi.

In March 2020, ZCCM-IH started buying gold from artisanal and small-scale miners in the country. However, some artisanal gold miners had complained to ZBT stating that the black market prices were more attractive, leading to most Gold not being mopped up by the formal market.

Source: https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/local-gold-prices-now-very-attractive-zccm-ih/
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Misenge Environmental and Technical Services – Procurement Plan (2021)

Please find the attached Misenge Environmental and Technical Services Procurement Plan for the year 2021.

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Misenge Environmental and Technical Services - Procurement Plan (2021)

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STATE PRIORITISES GOLD PROCESSING

GOVERNMENT has engaged ZCCM-IH Gold Mining Company to start processing and grading gold from all mining sites in the country, Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development director of mines, Fred Banda has said.

Mr Banda said that gold processing was a very important part of the gold value chain and hence the government’s resolve to prioritise the venture.

He said ZCCM-IH Gold would work with the gold mining cooperatives and ensure that the gold was processed and graded for sale to the Bank of Zambia

Mr Banda said that the gold mining company would not fix the price, but this would be done in liaison with the cooperatives who were a key stakeholder in the gold mining value chain.

He urged all gold mining cooperatives to work with the gold mining company incorporated by ZCCM-IH to be responsible for processing of the gold.

Mr Banda assured the cooperatives that the government would ensure that they get value for their input.

“We will ensure that they get a good price for their gold,” he said.

Mr. Banda also urged the miners not to trade with illegal buyers, but only do business with ZCCM-IH who were the government buyer for the commodity.

And Rufunsa’s Chimwetu Gold Mining Cooperative chairman, Emmanuel Tembo thanked the government for the support to the small-scale miners.

Meanwhile, Pokela Gold Mining Cooperative vice chairman, Josias Malunga assured the government that the cooperatives would process and sell their gold to the Zambia Consolidated Gold Mining Company so as to ensure that they got the best out of their mining activities.

Source: https://dailynationzambia.com/2021/05/12/state-prioritises-gold-processing/
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Government Implored to Institute Initiative to Plug Gold Leakages

The small scale miners association of Zambia is calling for the setting up of inspection mechanisms under the ministry of mines and minerals aimed at identifying sites countrywide that produce gold which is not being accounted for.

Association president, Kunda Chani notes that Zambia has a lot of gold sites where gold is being produced but is not being accounted for.

Chani explained that so far, the country is on the right trajectory in terms of gold production.

He added that putting in place an inspection mechanism will enable the zambia consolidated copper mine investment holding –ZCCM-IH- to account for every gold being produced in the country for the benefit of Zambians. -PHOENIX NEWS

 

Source: https://zambianeye.com/government-implored-to-institute-initiative-to-plug-gold-leakages/

 
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ZCCM-IH advised to take good care of miners

National Union for Miners and Allied Workers ( NMAWU ) has appealed to Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines Investment Holdings (ZCCM-IH), new owners of Mopani Copper Mine, to ensure that it takes a good care of the mine employees when operations of the company resumes.

ZANIS reports that NMAWU president James Chansa in an interview in Ndola today said that ZCCM-IH as the new mine owners need to realize that workers are key in operations of the mine hence the need for them to look into the plight of the employees.

“The mining sector can only improve if the workers are taken care of by giving them incentives such as increased salaries and allowances,” he said.

Mr. Chansa also echoed on the need for MCM to quickly give miners their terminal benefits.

He added that miners are eager to get their benefits as MCM resumes its operations as soon as ZCCM-IH finds partners to work with.

He observed that although MCM is fully owned by Zambia, miners need to be paid their dues urgently.

Mr. Chansa has since called on all mining companies in the country to start doing more corporate social responsibilities (CSR ) following the rise in Copper prices on the international market.

Communities where mines operate from can only benefit from the country`s minerals if companies give back to the community through working on some developmental projects such roads, he said.

Government, recently completed the 100% acquisition of Mopani Copper Mines (MCM) following its negotiations with Glencore Corporation.

In April 2020, Glencore Corporation had announced its intention to place the mine under care and maintenance sighting the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and low copper prices.

However, this was rebutted by Government because it would have resulted in the loss of employment for 15,000 employees.

 

Source: https://www.lusakatimes.com/2021/04/22/zccm-ih-advised-to-take-good-care-of-miners/
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Continued Stakeholder Engagement Key to the Success of Mopani-ZCCM

ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has continued to engage various stakeholders past the close of the Transaction on 31st March 2021 to acquire the 90% shares in Mopani Copper Mines.

One of the key stakeholders engaged is the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors.

During a meeting held in Lusaka the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors President Augustine Mubanga praised ZCCM-IH for taking a bold step in acquiring the 90% shares on behalf of the Zambians.

Mr Mubanga said that the move has immense economic and social benefits for the country as the mine is still viable, and believes ZCCM-IH will help drive mineral beneficiation, industrialization and actualize the local content implementation for the greater benefit for citizens.

He also presented a number of key issues that ZCCM-IH working with the Mopani Board and management need to look into, to ensure transparency in the procurement process at Mopani.

And ZCCM-IH Chief Executive Officer Mabvuto Chipata has reiterated the Company’s commitment to ensure that the procurement process is reviewed and that all key stakeholders will be engaged in this process.

Mr Chipata siad that priority for now is to ensure operations at Mopani are stabilized and production is increased.

 

Source: https://tiozambia.com/continued-stakeholder-engagement-key-to-the-success-of-mopani-zccm/

 
 
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Zambia: Continued Stakeholder Engagement Key to the Success of Mopani Copper Mines Plc.

ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has continued to engage various stakeholders past the close of the Transaction on 31stMarch 2021 to acquire the 90% shares in Mopani Copper Mines Plc (Mopani) previously held by Carlisa on behalf of Glencore and First Quantum Minerals. One of the key stakeholders engaged is the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors.

During a meeting held in Lusaka yesterday, the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors President Augustine Mubanga praised ZCCM-IH for taking a bold step in acquiring the 90% shares on behalf of the Zambians. Mr. Mubanga states that the move has immense economic and social benefits for the country as the mine is still viable, and believes ZCCM-IH will help drive mineral beneficiation, industrialisation and actualise the local content implementation for the greater benefit for citizens.

He further presented a number of key issues that ZCCM-IH working with the Mopani Board and management need to look into, to ensure transparency in the procurement process at Mopani.

In response, ZCCM-IH Chief Executive Officer Mabvuto Chipata has reiterated the Company’s commitment to ensure that the procurement process is reviewed and that all key stakeholders will be engaged in this process. Mr Chipata states that priority for now is to ensure operations at Mopani are stabilised and production is increased.

Left to right: Brian Musonda, ZCCM-IH Chief Investments Officer; Augustine Mubanga Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors President; Mabvuto Chipata, ZCCM-IH Chief Executive Officer and George Jere General Secretary of the Association

Source: https://miningconstruction-sadc.com/zambia-continued-stakeholder-engagement-key-to-the-success-of-mopani-copper-mines-plc/