Khoemacau to spend P2bn on new copper mine
Wednesday, July 08, 2015
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The construction of the mine is set to start in 2016 with the first copper shipment to the markets expected in 2018.
Addressing the media in Gaborone yesterday, Cupric Africa Chief Executive Officer, Sam Rasmussen said the mine will produce 50,000 tonnes of copper and 1.8 million ounces of silver per annum.
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