KCM COMMISSIONS SURFACE EXPLORATION DRILLING AT KONKOLA, MARKING KEY STEP TOWARD 300,000MT COPPER OUTPUT
Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has taken a significant step toward its ambitious target of producing 300,000 metric tonnes of copper annually, with the company announcing the commissioning of surface exploration drilling at its flagship Konkola operations.
The new drilling programme, which has now commenced, aims to upgrade and expand the mineral resource base in the Konkola area. According to KCM, the initiative is a strategic part of its broader turnaround plan, designed to unlock additional ore potential and strengthen the long-term viability of one of Zambia’s most important mining assets.
KCM management noted that improving geological confidence is essential as the company accelerates investment into the Konkola Deep Mining Project (KDMP) and related infrastructure. The ongoing drilling will enhance resource classification, support mine planning, and feed into future expansion studies.
“This marks a major milestone in revitalising Konkola,” KCM said in a statement. “The commencement of surface drilling reflects our renewed commitment to increasing production, improving operational efficiency, and supporting national economic growth.”
The drilling programme is expected to generate valuable data that will guide long-term development, with KCM reaffirming that sustainable growth, safety, and community benefits remain at the core of its operations.
Industry observers view the move as a positive signal of momentum at a time when Zambia is positioning itself as a global hub for copper production, driven by rising demand for the metal in clean energy and technology sectors.
With exploration activity now underway, KCM says it is confident that the strengthened resource base will play a central role in achieving the company’s 300,000MT production roadmap and contributing to the country’s broader development goals
