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HomeMiningCan Zambia’s current supply chains & procurement systems realistically rise to 3 million tonnes of copper target?

Can Zambia’s current supply chains & procurement systems realistically rise to 3 million tonnes of copper target?

As Zambia sets its sights on increasing copper production from around 800,000 tonnes per year to over 3 million tonnes by 2031, questions are being raised about whether the country’s supply chains, procurement systems, and local suppliers can realistically support this ambitious target. Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS), Regional Managing Director for Southern Africa, Paul Vos, has noted that while Zambia has strong foundational potential, its current supply chain capacity falls short of what will be required.  Speaking in an interview with the Zambian Business Times – ZBT, Vos said the country’s current supply chains are not yet...

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