Copper & Zambia

Copper: Global Copper supply is expected to tighten due to underinvestment and the extended shutdowns of Zambian smelters, leading to reduced output.

Zambia: Zambia's copper smelters, Mopani and Chambishi, are undergoing extended maintenance, which will reduce the nation's copper output and sulphuric acid supply. The country has also tightened controls on sulphuric acid exports to protect local industry.

Copper: Copper is the traditional dominant commodity in Zambia's mining sector, from which the country is now seeking to diversify to reduce reliance on fluctuating prices.

Zambia: Zambia is diversifying its mining sector away from copper by promoting gold exploration and formalizing small-scale mining, which is expected to boost its economy and mineral industry.