Mining Magazine September 2014 | Page 83

Metorex ( Pty ) Ltd
Mining about a kilometre and a half away from Chibuluma and we are about to open that up so we can effectively extend the life of Chibuluma for another six or seven years .”
Some 400 people are employed at Chibuluma and Metorex is keen to hang onto its operations in Zambia , consequently the company will invest some $ 24 million on the decline development required to access the recently-discovered ore body .
“ Extending our operation in Chibuluma will give us more time to continue our exploration efforts in the area . We have an experienced staff compliment , who are performing well and we very much want to keep them within the Group and maintain our operational presence in Zambia .”
Chibuluma Mine
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