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On September 21, 2026, Sinomine Kitumba Minerals Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Kitumba Minerals”) completed all construction-phase tasks for its concentrator and officially entered the production and operations stage.
From an undeveloped site to a modern concentrator rising from the ground, and from the installation of the first piece of equipment to the successful integration of the entire process flow, Sinomine employees have harnessed their dedication, expertise and ingenuity to deliver another example of “Sinomine speed” in Zambia. The commissioning of the Kitumba Minerals concentrator marks the project’s official transition into a new phase of production and operations. It is also a landmark achievement for Sinomine Resource Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Sinomine Resource”) in expanding its overseas mining business and deepening economic and trade cooperation between China and Zambia.At 10:18 a.m. local time in Zambia, the commissioning ceremony was held in the concentrator’s grinding and flotation workshop. Banners were displayed high and colorful flags fluttered throughout the venue, creating a solemn yet celebratory atmosphere filled with enthusiasm for the start of operations. Wang Pingwei, Chairman and President of Sinomine Resource; Director Ou Xuegang; relevant Group executives; and directors of Kitumba Minerals took the stage together to cut the ribbon, marking the completion and commissioning of the Kitumba Minerals concentrator.
Representatives from the participating parties delivered remarks in turn. Mwiinga, Deputy Mine Manager of Kitumba Minerals, spoke first, reviewing key milestones since the start of mine construction and expressing gratitude for the Group’s strong support. He noted that the completion and commissioning of the concentrator would create local employment, promote community development, and contribute to Zambia’s mineral resource development and economic growth, representing a tangible outcome of friendly cooperation between China and Zambia. Representatives of the project contractors and participating organizations extended their congratulations on the successful completion and commissioning, reflected on the project’s construction journey, and pledged to continue providing quality assurance services and support to help the project achieve stable and full-capacity production as quickly as possible.
Wang Pingwei then delivered remarks on behalf of the Group, expressing his sincere gratitude and highest respect to all contractors and cooperation partners that had supported the project, as well as to the construction workers and technical commissioning personnel who had worked tirelessly on the front line.
He noted that the Kitumba Copper Mine is Sinomine Resource’s first flagship project in Zambia to be independently developed and operated from the ground up. The completion and commissioning of the concentrator marks the project’s transition from construction to production and operations, as well as a solid step forward in the company’s efforts to develop mineral resources, extend its industrial value chain, and enhance its ability to convert resource endowments into value.
He emphasized that the significance of resource development lies not only in building projects and producing commodities, but also in translating resource advantages into industrial strengths, development opportunities, and tangible improvements in people’s livelihoods. Once operational, the concentrator will further improve resource utilization efficiency and strengthen industrial synergies, bringing more employment opportunities, skills training, and broader economic benefits to local communities. He encouraged the project team to prioritize safe and stable operations, remain committed to green and responsible development, and continue deepening localization efforts.The successful completion and commissioning of the concentrator reflects the collective dedication of the entire team, which worked in unity to overcome challenges and maintain round-the-clock efforts. Wang called on all employees to embrace the new starting point and their renewed responsibilities, uphold a rigorous and pragmatic work ethic, maintain the highest standards of production safety, and steadily advance capacity ramp-up, process optimization, and equipment operation and maintenance to ensure stable, integrated performance across the entire production process.
Following the speeches, the ceremony reached its highlight with the ribbon-cutting. In the presence of all guests and employees, twelve specially invited guests jointly took up the scissors. To the beat of rousing music, the golden scissors came down in unison and the ribbons fluttered. Applause and cheers filled the venue, bringing the celebration to a climax and symbolizing the official commissioning of the Sinomine Resource Kitumba concentrator and the beginning of a new chapter.
After the ceremony, the attending guests toured key areas of the project site, including the concentrator, employee residential facilities, the main office building, the photovoltaic power station area, the mining area, the mining and beneficiation office building, and the smelter. They inspected construction quality and system operations on site and provided guidance on key priorities for the next stage.
