Deepening Cooperation · Discussing Development — SMM Visited NFC Africa Mining PLC

Published: Apr 23, 2026 20:03

SMM, April 17:

On April 14, Ye Jianhua, Director and Supervisor of the Industry Research Department of SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM), Feng Chundi, Expert of the Industry Research Institute of SMM's Industry Research Department, and Wu Tao, SMM Copper and Tin Overseas Marketing Manager, visited NFC Africa Mining PLC. They were warmly received by Wang Jingjun, President of the Zambia Chinese-funded Mining Enterprises Association and Chairman of NFC Africa Mining PLC.

During this visit, both parties engaged in in-depth discussions and candid exchanges on core topics including NFC Africa Mining PLC's copper ore resources and production plans, product specifications and pricing rules, mining processes and equipment configuration, human resource allocation, as well as costs, taxes, and asset depreciation.

During the exchange, Wang Jingjun provided a detailed introduction to the basic operations of NFC Africa Mining. The Chambishi copper mine of NFC Africa Mining consists of the main ore body, the west ore body, and the southeast ore body. The company is currently striving to build a first-class technology-driven mining company underpinned by "advanced technology, green processes, high-end equipment, and lean management," with a cumulative total investment of $1.55 billion. The company currently produces approximately 74,000 mt of copper metal content annually and employs 5,900 Zambian staff.

Wang Jingjun has led the enterprise in deeply cultivating the mining sector, continuously forging ahead in promoting China-Zambia friendly cooperation, mutual development, and high-quality corporate growth. Meanwhile, as President of the Zambia Chinese-funded Mining Enterprises Association, he also discussed the important role of the association: leveraging the association platform to consolidate the strength of Chinese-funded enterprises, advancing compliance-based operational management and compliance training, and communicating and voicing concerns on relevant policies on behalf of Chinese-funded enterprises to the appropriate authorities.

This exchange not only enhanced mutual trust and understanding between both parties but also laid a solid foundation for deepening future cooperation and achieving mutual benefits, helping both sides achieve higher-quality collaborative development in the non-ferrous metals sector.

About NFC Africa Mining PLC

NFC Africa Mining PLC (hereinafter referred to as "NFC Africa Mining") represents the starting point of China's non-ferrous metals industry's "Going Global" strategy in Africa. Approved by the central government, it was established in Zambia in 1998. China Nonferrous Mining Corporation Limited and Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines Investment Holdings PLC hold 85% and 15% of the company's equity respectively, with the Zambian government holding one special share. It currently serves as the president unit of the Zambia Chinese-funded Mining Enterprises Association.

The southeast ore body of the Chambishi copper mine is the first kilometer-deep shaft mine built by China in Africa, hailed as a "landmark project of China-Africa cooperation." NFC Africa Mining is the first mining company in Zambia to introduce paste backfill green mining technology and a pioneering mining company in Africa to build a "digital mine" model project. The company was named "Advanced Collective of Central State-Owned Enterprises" twice. The "NFC Africa Mining PLC Outstanding Employee Family Open Day" was recognized as an "Excellent Case of Cross-Cultural Integration in Overseas Image Building of Chinese Enterprises."

The NFC Africa Mining PLC Chambishi Copper Mine mining area consists of the main ore body, the west ore body, and the southeast ore body.


is scheduled to be held on October 13–14, 2026 in Lusaka, Zambia. Welcome to participate!

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Wu Tao: 18270916376

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