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Growth Pipeline

Active Expansion Projects

Somika Commodities Limited is in active growth mode — targeting a four-fold increase in production capacity through new mine developments, processing plant expansions and strategic greenfield exploration across Zambia.

Lusaka  Expansion Phase II
In Progress
Mine Development

Lusaka Expansion Phase II

2026
Target
$45M
Investment
Copper, Cobalt
Products

Extension of our existing Lusaka North site targeting deeper oxide ore zones. The project will add 25,000 MT of copper cathode capacity per year and expand cobalt hydroxide production by 1,500 MT annually.

Progress 65%
North-Western Gold Processing Plant
In Progress
Processing Expansion

North-Western Gold Processing Plant

2025
Target
$18M
Investment
Gold, Silver
Products

New dedicated gold and silver refinery adjacent to the North-Western Goldfields mine site. Will enable in-country refining of doré to 99.9% bullion, adding significant value before export.

Progress 80%
Eastern Pegmatite Belt — Coltan & Tantalite
Development
New Mine Development

Eastern Pegmatite Belt — Coltan & Tantalite

2026
Target
$12M
Investment
Coltan, Tantalite
Products

Greenfield development of multiple pegmatite outcrops in Zambia's Eastern Province. Target production of 500 MT/year of coltan and tantalite concentrate to serve growing global technology demand.

Progress 40%
Manganese Ore Beneficiation Plant
Planned
Processing Plant

Manganese Ore Beneficiation Plant

2027
Target
$8M
Investment
Manganese
Products

New manganese ore beneficiation facility to upgrade run-of-mine ore from 38% to 52%+ Mn, significantly increasing the value of our manganese exports and opening new markets for battery-grade manganese.

Progress 15%

Investment & Partnership Opportunities

We welcome strategic partnerships and investment enquiries for our expansion projects. Contact our business development team to explore opportunities.

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