A Miner working for Konkola Copper mine in Zambia, a unit of London listed Vendata Resources died on November 18th 2011 after an accident that occurred at the place of work in the copper rich region of the country.

Mr Charles Mwila an Artisan Foreman Electrical died on November 18th 2011 following an incident at Konkola Mine in Chililabombwe, one of the company’s key mining operations on the copper rich region of the Southern African country.

Ms Joy Sata Mwila spokeswoman of Konkola Copper Mine was involved in an accident on November 9th 2011 where he sustained burns after a power outage which affected Lusaka, copperbelt and other parts of the country. After the incident, Mr Mwila was evacuated to South Africa for specialized treatment where he met his demise on November 18th 2011.

KCM, Zambia’s leading copper miner by output, has regretted the death arising from the incident and extended its heartfelt sympathy to the deceased’s family. Burial arrangements will be announced later.

KCM, has been renowned for its up to date standards of safety at all its operations and has in recent years been prioritizing safety to ensure both the labor force and its equipment was secured to ensure maximum production of the copper metal.

(Filed by Mr Kapembwa Sinkamba SteelGuru Correspondent Zambia)