First Quantum Minerals Ltd. Drives Zambia's Mining Future at AMW 2025 Conference

First Quantum Minerals Shapes Zambia’s Mining Future at AMW 2025

First Quantum Minerals Ltd continues to assert its leadership in the mining sector as it prepares for its participation in the African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 conference, scheduled for October 1-3 in Cape Town, South Africa. Godwin Beene, the company's Zambian Country Manager, is set to join a pivotal panel discussion titled "Zambia: Accelerating Exploration and Development Through License Allocation and Global Partnerships." This forum provides a strategic platform for First Quantum to articulate its vision and strategies for fortifying Zambia's mining landscape, especially in light of the country's ambitious goal to elevate copper production to three million tons annually by 2031.

Beene's insights at AMW 2025 will be particularly relevant as Zambia seeks to attract global investments necessary for this growth. First Quantum is already making significant strides in production, reporting an impressive 46,544 tons of copper from its Kansanshi Mine in the first quarter of 2025. The company aims for a full-year production target of 190,000 tons of copper and 110,000 ounces of gold. Moreover, the ongoing Kansanshi S3 Expansion Project is expected to enhance production capabilities, introducing an expanded mining fleet and a new processing plant, and extending the mine's operational lifespan until 2040. This expansion not only positions First Quantum as a key player in meeting Zambia’s production goals but also reflects its commitment to sustainable mining practices.

Additionally, the Sentinel Mine is on track to bolster its output, having produced 46,361 tons of copper in the same quarter, with aspirations to reach 230,000 tons by year-end. The Enterprise Nickel Mine has also shown promising growth, increasing nickel production by 25% to 4,649 tons in Q1 2025 and targeting 25,000 tons by the end of the year. Beene’s participation in the AMW conference will facilitate vital discussions among industry leaders, government officials, and potential investors, highlighting First Quantum’s role in not just advancing its own production capabilities but also in contributing to the overall growth of Zambia’s mining industry.

In line with the conference’s theme, "From Extraction to Beneficiation: Unlocking Africa's Mineral Wealth," First Quantum's commitment to fostering global partnerships and enhancing exploration and development in Zambia is crucial. The company's ongoing projects and production targets underscore its integral role in driving both economic growth and sustainable development within the region's mining sector. First Quantum Minerals is poised to lead the charge in transforming Zambia into a mining powerhouse.