MOPANI REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO “ZERO HARM” AND INNOVATION IN MINING SAFETY
Mopani Copper Mines PLC Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Charles Sakanya, has reaffirmed the company’s unwavering commitment to achieving “Zero Harm” in its operations through innovation, technology, and a strong culture of teamwork.
In a speech delivered on his behalf by Mopani Public Relations Manager, Dr. Nebert Mulenga, at the 9th Zambia Chamber of Mines HSE Conference held at Protea Hotel by Marriott in Ndola, Engineer Sakanya said Mopani was working round the clock to attain “Zero Harm” across all its operations.
“To us at Mopani, Vision Zero is not just a goal; it’s a commitment that defines how we work, how we make decisions, and how we engage with our stakeholders and the community at large,” Engineer Sakanya said.
“We believe every workplace incident, occupational illness, and environmental harm is preventable — and this philosophy has driven our company’s safety initiatives and transformation programmes.”
Among the key initiatives highlighted was Mopani’s flagship ‘SafeMining Campaign’, anchored on strict adherence to Fatal Hazard Protocols (common causes of mine accidents) and their associated Life-Saving Behaviours. Mopani employees are continuously empowered to refuse unsafe work, guided by the company’s powerful safety motto:
“If it’s not safe, don’t do it! Make it safe, then do it!”
Engineer Sakanya proudly reported steady improvement in Mopani’s safety performance, revealing that the company’s 12-month Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) stood at 0.74 as of the end of the third quarter of 2025.
He also highlighted Mopani’s new corporate culture transformation programme, “Tukachimfya Pamo” — a Bemba phrase meaning “Together, we shall conquer.” The initiative aims to strengthen teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement across all levels of the company.
“Through Tukachimfya Pamo, we aim to foster a culture of togetherness where every employee feels empowered to act with urgency, a sense of ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement,” he explained.
Highlighting Mopani’s drive for innovation, Engineer Sakanya revealed that the company is investing heavily in digital technologies to enhance safety and productivity.
“We have already deployed optic fibre Wi-Fi connectivity, wireless radio communication, and AI-based systems at our South Ore Body (SOB) underground mine — connecting our underground operations to the outside world in real time,” he announced.
Engineer Sakanya concluded his address with a message of optimism and unity for the mining industry:
“Through our collective efforts, we can build a thriving and resilient mining industry where safety, health, and environmental sustainability are the norm — and Vision Zero is a reality.”
In a speech delivered on his behalf by Mopani Public Relations Manager, Dr. Nebert Mulenga, at the 9th Zambia Chamber of Mines HSE Conference held at Protea Hotel by Marriott in Ndola, Engineer Sakanya said Mopani was working round the clock to attain “Zero Harm” across all its operations.
“To us at Mopani, Vision Zero is not just a goal; it’s a commitment that defines how we work, how we make decisions, and how we engage with our stakeholders and the community at large,” Engineer Sakanya said.
“We believe every workplace incident, occupational illness, and environmental harm is preventable — and this philosophy has driven our company’s safety initiatives and transformation programmes.”
Among the key initiatives highlighted was Mopani’s flagship ‘SafeMining Campaign’, anchored on strict adherence to Fatal Hazard Protocols (common causes of mine accidents) and their associated Life-Saving Behaviours. Mopani employees are continuously empowered to refuse unsafe work, guided by the company’s powerful safety motto:
“If it’s not safe, don’t do it! Make it safe, then do it!”
Engineer Sakanya proudly reported steady improvement in Mopani’s safety performance, revealing that the company’s 12-month Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) stood at 0.74 as of the end of the third quarter of 2025.
He also highlighted Mopani’s new corporate culture transformation programme, “Tukachimfya Pamo” — a Bemba phrase meaning “Together, we shall conquer.” The initiative aims to strengthen teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement across all levels of the company.
“Through Tukachimfya Pamo, we aim to foster a culture of togetherness where every employee feels empowered to act with urgency, a sense of ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement,” he explained.
Highlighting Mopani’s drive for innovation, Engineer Sakanya revealed that the company is investing heavily in digital technologies to enhance safety and productivity.
“We have already deployed optic fibre Wi-Fi connectivity, wireless radio communication, and AI-based systems at our South Ore Body (SOB) underground mine — connecting our underground operations to the outside world in real time,” he announced.
Engineer Sakanya concluded his address with a message of optimism and unity for the mining industry:
“Through our collective efforts, we can build a thriving and resilient mining industry where safety, health, and environmental sustainability are the norm — and Vision Zero is a reality.”
