Khoemacau to spend P2bn on new copper mine

Sam Ramsmussen Pic Kabo Mpaetona
Sam Ramsmussen Pic Kabo Mpaetona

Mining company, Khoemacau says it will spend $200 million (P2 billion) to bring its new copper and silver mine at Somelo in the northwest region to production.

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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WUC must fix its pipes, not just say sorry

“Clean water, the essence of life and a birthright for everyone, must become available to all people now.”– Michel CousteauWe see notices for Block 6, Extension 11, Gaborone, Francistown; the list grows every week. It is good that WUC warns consumers, but so many warnings point to a deep problem. Water pipes are old and falling apart. And the people who pay the bills are the ones suffering.When a main pipe bursts, taps run dry. Families in...

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