Zambia • SADC • International

Strategic Sourcing, Industrial Supply & Engineering

"Looking for any product? Leave the headache with us."

About Karibu Trading Limited

Connecting requirements with practical solutions

Karibu Trading Limited is a Kitwe-based Zambian company serving businesses and institutions that need dependable access to industrial supplies and engineering services.

Our work brings together commercial understanding, technical requirements and a network of supply and project partners. We serve customers in Zambia, engage with markets across the SADC region and explore international sourcing options where needed.

Whether a client needs a specialized material or support for an infrastructure project, our priority is to understand the requirement clearly, establish a practical scope and maintain accountable communication throughout the engagement.

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We Start with Your Requirements

Every engagement begins with understanding the intended application, specifications, quantities, budget considerations and delivery expectations. This helps us recommend options that are relevant rather than simply available.

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Clear Commercial Coordination

We bring structure to supplier inquiries, quotation comparisons, order follow-up and supporting documentation, helping clients make informed decisions and maintain visibility as requirements progress.

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Cross-Border Perspective

Our regional outlook allows us to consider sourcing routes beyond a single market. We coordinate with relevant freight and service providers to address transport planning, border documentation and delivery arrangements.

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Supply and Project Experience

Our combination of industrial supply and construction-related experience gives us a practical understanding of how materials, schedules and site requirements interact, supporting better conversations with purchasing and project teams.

Based in Kitwe — Zambia
Leadership

A Message from Our CEO

At Karibu Trading Limited, we believe that lasting success is built on trust, integrity, and strong partnerships. Our vision is to become a trusted and competitive business partner in Zambia and across Southern Africa, delivering value through innovation, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

We are driven by a desire to exceed customer expectations, build lasting relationships, and contribute meaningfully to industrial development and economic growth.

Our commitment is simple: to deliver value, inspire confidence, and build partnerships that stand the test of time.

Keith Maila Chief Executive Officer
Keith Maila

Our Areas of Expertise

Explore the materials we source and the technical work we support across industry, agriculture and infrastructure.

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Mining & Mineral Processing

Specification-led supply of mineral-processing chemicals and flotation reagents for copper, cobalt, and other mining operations.

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We supply a comprehensive range of mining and mineral processing chemicals used in mineral extraction, beneficiation, flotation, leaching, and refining operations. Our product portfolio includes elemental sulphur, sulphuric acid, flotation reagents, caustic soda, and specialty process chemicals.

We support copper, cobalt, and other mineral processing operations with chemical sourcing and supply solutions designed to improve process efficiency, mineral recovery, operational reliability, and cost management. Our focus is on consistent product quality, dependable delivery, and meeting the technical requirements of industrial mining operations.

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Carbon Products

Coal, foundry coke, metallurgical coke, and other carbon products sourced to industrial and metallurgical requirements.

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We specialize in sourcing and supplying industrial carbon products for mining, metallurgical, foundry, and mineral processing industries. Our portfolio includes Zambian and Zimbabwean coal, foundry coke, and metallurgical coke used in high-temperature industrial processes.

These products serve as fuel sources, reducing agents, and essential inputs in smelting, metal production, and foundry operations. We work to meet customer requirements for calorific value, carbon content, ash levels, particle size, and other relevant technical specifications while supporting reliable procurement and delivery.

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Agriculture & Agro-Inputs

Fertilizers, custom blends, and crop-protection inputs for farmers, distributors, and agricultural enterprises.

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We provide agricultural inputs and crop nutrition solutions to support commercial farmers, agricultural enterprises, distributors, and smallholder farming communities. Our fertilizer portfolio includes Urea, NPK compounds, Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP), Diammonium Phosphate (DAP), Ammonium Sulphate, Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN), and customized fertilizer blends.

We also support access to crop protection products and agricultural inputs aimed at improving soil fertility, plant nutrition, crop productivity, and sustainable farming practices. Our solutions address the requirements of different crops, soil conditions, and farming systems, helping agricultural producers improve input efficiency and achieve better yields.

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Water & Industrial Chemicals

Water-treatment products and industrial chemicals for processing, manufacturing, and water-management needs.

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We supply industrial chemicals and water treatment products for mining operations, manufacturing facilities, processing plants, and water management applications. Our range includes flocculants, coagulants, metallurgical reagents, specialty treatment chemicals, and industrial raw materials.

Our chemical supply solutions support clarification, solid-liquid separation, wastewater treatment, process water management, and industrial production. We focus on helping customers maintain efficient operations, improve water treatment performance, reduce process interruptions, and meet applicable environmental and operational requirements.

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Building Construction

Construction and rehabilitation experience across schools, clinics, homes, and commercial buildings.

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Our building construction expertise covers the development, construction, rehabilitation, and renovation of institutional, residential, and commercial infrastructure. Our experience includes educational facilities such as schools and classrooms, healthcare facilities including clinics, residential houses, and commercial buildings.

We support construction activities from site preparation and foundations through structural works, roofing, finishes, and associated building services. Our approach emphasizes sound construction practices, workmanship, efficient resource management, project coordination, and adherence to applicable building standards and safety requirements.

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Civil Engineering

Civil works for bridges and infrastructure, including earthworks, foundations, concrete, and drainage.

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We provide civil engineering and infrastructure construction services covering new construction, rehabilitation, renovation, and maintenance of essential public and industrial infrastructure. Our areas of experience include bridge construction and rehabilitation, concrete structures, earthworks, foundations, drainage systems, and associated civil works.

We focus on developing durable and functional infrastructure that supports transportation, industrial operations, and community development. Our project approach incorporates site conditions, structural requirements, material quality, construction safety, and effective project execution to support long-term infrastructure performance.

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Electrical Engineering

Electrical installations and power infrastructure for utility, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

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Our electrical engineering expertise includes the construction, installation, rehabilitation, and maintenance of electrical power infrastructure for utility, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure development projects.

Our experience encompasses overhead power distribution lines, electrical substations, transformer installations, switchgear, associated electrical equipment, and supporting electrical infrastructure. We emphasize engineering quality, operational safety, equipment reliability, and compliance with applicable electrical standards to support efficient and dependable power supply systems.

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Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical maintenance and equipment support for smelters, mining, mineral-processing, and heavy-industry plants.

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We provide mechanical engineering and industrial maintenance services supporting mining, smelting, mineral processing, and other heavy industrial operations. Our experience includes mechanical equipment installation, maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, and support for plant operations.

Our capabilities encompass mechanical systems, rotating equipment, material handling equipment, industrial machinery, and associated plant infrastructure. We focus on improving equipment availability, minimizing unplanned downtime, extending asset service life, and supporting safe and reliable industrial production.

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Power Distribution up to 66 kV

Distribution-line and substation construction experience for networks operating up to 66 kV.

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We have experience in the construction and development of electrical power distribution infrastructure for networks operating at voltages up to 66 kilovolts (66 kV). Our scope includes overhead power lines, distribution infrastructure, electrical substations, and associated civil and electrical construction works.

Our project activities may include route preparation, pole and support structure installation, conductor stringing, transformer and switchgear installation, and infrastructure rehabilitation. We emphasize construction quality, electrical safety, technical compliance, and dependable project delivery to support utility networks, industrial facilities, and infrastructure expansion.

Featured Products

A selection of available product categories and individual items from our catalogue.

Granular Sulphur
Mining & Mineral Processing

Granular Sulphur

High-purity granular sulphur sourced from Middle Eastern markets for acid plant feed and industrial processing.

Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide)
Mining & Mineral Processing

Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide)

Available in flakes, pearls, or liquid form, subject to customer specification.

Sodium Butyl Xanthate (SBX)
Flotation Chemicals

Sodium Butyl Xanthate (SBX)

High-performance flotation collector for sulphide mineral processing.

Featured Projects

Explore selected assignments, their scope and the work delivered.

Construction of Computer Laboratory & Rehabilitation of a Classroom Block
Building

Construction of Computer Laboratory & Rehabilitation of a Classroom Block

Client: Kagem Mining Limited

Lufwanyama District Directions

Karibu Trading Limited successfully completed the Construction of a Computer Laboratory and Rehabilitation of an Existing Classroom Block at Kapila Primary School in Lufwanyama District, under Kagem Mining Limited's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. The project was undertaken to improve educational infrastructure, enhance the learning environment, and support access to modern Information and Communication Technology (ICT) facilities for pupils and teachers.

Latest News

Updates from Karibu Trading Limited.

15 Oct 2026

Karibu Trading Limited Expands Sulphur Supply to Zambian Mining Sector

We have secured new supply agreements for high-purity granular sulphur to meet growing demand from copper smelters.

05 Oct 2026

New Coal Supply Chain Partnership Announced

Karibu Trading partners with Zambian and Zimbabwean coal producers to ensure reliable supply.

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