About Us

Swarna Metals Zambia Limited (SMZL) is a purpose-built, greenfield hydrometallurgical copper extraction facility located approximately 25 kilometres from Kitwe in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province. As a subsidiary of PLR Zambia Limited, SMZL is committed to producing high-quality copper products using industry best practices in safety, environmental stewardship and process efficiency, while generating sustainable economic value for local stakeholders.

Project Overview

Strategic Location: Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, near Kitwe — an established mining and logistics hub with access to regional infrastructure and skilled workforce.
Milling Capacity: Commissioned initial milling capacity of 1,200 tons/day (TPD) of copper ore, with planned phased expansion to 2,400 TPD.
Production Targets: Nameplate annual targets of approximately 12,000 metric tonnes of copper concentrate and 2,400 metric tonnes of copper cathode, subject to feed grade and recovery performance.
Project Timeline: Construction commenced in April 2024; pre-commissioning and plant trials began in June 2025; first commercial copper concentrate was produced in October 2025.
Commitment: Delivering reliable product quality while minimising environmental impact and maximising benefits to the local economy.

Our Parent Company – PLR Projects Limited

PLR Projects Limited is a diversified infrastructure group with over 40 years of global expertise in mining and infrastructure development. PLR’s journey in Zambia began in 2011, with its first footprint established in Pensulo, Serenje District, where the company developed a Ferro Alloy Plant to produce Silico Manganese. This landmark project positioned PLR as a trusted player in Zambia’s mining and industrial sector, exporting products to key international markets. This strong foundation in Pensulo, Serenje paved the way for continued investment and the establishment of Swarna Metals Zambia Ltd, reaffirming PLR’s long-term commitment to Zambia’s mining future

Key Contacts

Mr. Sri Harsha Vemuri

Position: Director,Swarna Metals Zambia Limited

Mr. Jayakumar Peddireddy

Position: CEO, Swarna Metals Zambia Limited

Email: contact@swarnametals.com

Parent Company Information

PLR Zambia Limited

Mr. R N Niranjan Reddy

Position: CEO, PLR Zambia Ferro Alloys
Address: J8, Zamsure Apartments, Lusaka, Zambia
Website: plrprojects.com

Our Location

Address: Sabina Mufulira Road, Kitwe - 50100, Copperbelt, Zambia

Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM