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key skills are being passed on to the local employees so that in the near future , we can have a full Zambian workforce ,” Sikamo says .

Across the industry mining operators are dedicated to hiring local where possible , but Sikamo admits that while this is the case with Chibuluma , there is a clear strategic roadmap with regards to employing both expats and Zambian locals . This strategic roadmap allows Chibuluma to operate without compromising on productivity and efficiency .

ABOVE AND BEYOND Through its leadership and management , copper production and the provision of working opportunities for Zambian people , one could argue that this is enough to justify Chibuluma ’ s status as a ‘ model-mine ’.

But for Jackson and Chibuluma , it is the commitment to enriching the local community and Zambian economy that truly cements the company ’ s place as a good corporate citizen . Chibuluma is consistently working to provide training , education and better healthcare facilities . This has involved developing and extending a local school in order to better provide for students

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