Kamoa-Kakula Advances Power Infrastructure to Support Future Growth

Published: Jun 4, 2026 16:28

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Ivanhoe Mines said construction of Kamoa-Kakula’s on-site solar and battery storage facilities remains on schedule, with 60 MW of baseload power expected to be delivered from early Q3 2026. The company also plans to expand on-site solar generation and storage capacity to 120 MW by the end of 2027. In addition, Kamoa-Kakula has secured key operating consumables, including diesel inventory, to mitigate potential supply chain disruptions. Market participants believe the enhanced power infrastructure will strengthen operational reliability and support future production growth.

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