Luanshya New Mine hailed as 'milestone event' for Zambia

CLM adheres to the concept of green, clean and sustainable development of mining resources, and proactively promotes ESG — environmental, social and governance — practices. Its social responsibility initiatives cover multiple sectors, including education, sports, agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, emergency management and community security, earning high praises from local authorities and communities.

Additionally, the Sino-Zam Vocational College of Science and Technology, affiliated with the company, has trained more than 3,000 skilled graduates, contributing to vocational education development in Zambia. The college currently offers 15 majors and provides advanced teaching equipment. It boasts over 20 laboratories, three computer rooms and two libraries, with 50-plus staff members and nearly 600 students.

In 2023, CLM invested over $3.9 million to construct a new campus for the college, covering about 60,000 square meters. To date, construction of a comprehensive teaching building, welding workshops, public restrooms, and the guardroom has been completed.

On May 28, the Forum on Technology Empowering Development of Mining Industry, 2024 kicked off at the new campus. Hosted by CLM, the event attracted participation of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and 12 cabinet ministers, including Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe, as well as the governors of three provinces and more than 400 representatives from Zambian government departments, parliament, political parties, local and international organizations, and Chinese and Zambian enterprises and educational institutions.

In his keynote speech at the forum, President Hichilema stated that 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Zambia, and noted the Zambian government and people cherish the friendship and partnership between the two countries. He also called for mutual support and win-win cooperation between the governments, enterprises, and peoples of both nations.