AN UPDATE FROM THE SECOND-TO-LAST YEAR OF ITP308

In Zambia, we had the opportunity to visit the underground copper mine in Chililabombwe operated by Konkola Copper Mines Plc. At a depth of over 1000 m, we witnessed how the operators handled among the wettest mining environments in the world and how copper is produced in a large-scaled setting. We also visited a mine closure site in Mufulira, where modern closure procedures are undertaken by the ZMERIP project, a collaboration between the Government of Zambia and the World Bank. In Rwanda, we explored well-organized small-scale mining at two mine sites operated by Trinity Metals. We also visited a processing facility run by East Group MINERALS Ltd, followed by the LuNa Smelter operation in Kigali. A modern tin smelter and producer. During the conference days, presentations of change projects by all participants and discussions about mine closure were on the agenda. To learn more about the change projects visit:

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In May, we started the final training round with Group 9. If everything goes according to plan, we will meet this group in Kenya in March 2025. This will be the project’s final regional conference as the program will be concluded next year. We look forward to this upcoming year of the ITP308 and can’t wait to wrap up this journey together with all involved colleagues and partners.

As we prepare for the final year with the ITP308, we are gearing up for a final program evaluation. We want to know how the program has influenced individuals and organisations since it began in 2018. To gather this invaluable feedback, we will embark on a tour of the participating countries, where interviews with colleagues and managers will take place. The insights will play a crucial role in our evaluation and help us shape future initiatives in the fields of mining and sustainability.

As we approach the final stages of the ITP308 project, we’re preparing for an exciting conclusion in May next year with field visits and shared experiences from our ITP308 participants. We encourage you to stay tuned for more details about this finale in the coming months.