KCM Investing $1 Billion to Expand Zambian Copper Output
KCM is owned 79.4% by Vedanta Resources and operates the Nchanga open-pit and underground copper mines, the Konkola underground copper mine, the Nampundew underground pyrite mine, the Nchanga smelter, the Nkana refinery and a tailings leach plant, all in Zambia.
Kumar said KCM, which already pro- vides training support to young Zambians in metallurgy, was keen to help with more training in other areas, including engi- neering to plug a skills shortage Zambia’s mines are currently facing. The company has already partnered with South African and Indian firms to help with the training of Zambians in various artisan and craft skills at both local and international institutions.