Capacity & Resources

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Capacity

Our Operational Capacity

Kokeb Enterprises Limited combines technical expertise, skilled personnel, and operational resources to deliver complex infrastructure and construction projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

8Engineering Divisions
NCC IContractor Grade
ISO9001 · 14001 · 45001
2National Offices

In every project we undertake, Kokeb combines people, plant, systems, and partnerships to deliver infrastructure that performs, lasts, and adds value. Our capacity is built across four pillars:

Skilled Workforce

Multi-disciplinary professionals — engineers, project managers, surveyors, artisans, and SHEQ officers committed to delivering to the highest standards.

Equipment & Plant

A reliable fleet of earthmoving, road construction, and materials handling equipment for civil and industrial projects across Zambia.

Supplier Network

Established relationships with reliable material suppliers and specialist subcontractors who can mobilise quickly across all Zambian provinces.

Ability to Scale

From medium civil works to large industrial projects — our modular organisational structure scales to meet project demands without compromising quality.

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People

Skilled Workforce

Our strength lies in our people. Kokeb employs a dedicated team of professionals across multiple disciplines, committed to delivering infrastructure to the highest technical and safety standards.

We invest continuously in training and development to ensure our workforce remains competent, safety-conscious, and aligned with modern construction practices. The vast majority of our workforce is Zambian.

Technical & Engineering Staff

Civil Engineers & Site Engineers

Infrastructure Division

Responsible for roads, earthworks, drainage, structural civil works, and site supervision across all civil infrastructure projects.

Electrical & Mechanical Engineers

E&M Division

NCC Grade I registered engineers delivering industrial and commercial electrical installations, power reticulation, and mechanical systems.

Project Managers & Supervisors

All Divisions

Experienced programme managers overseeing scheduling, cost control, quality, safety, and client reporting on all active projects.

Surveyors & Geomatics Specialists

Geomatics Division

GNSS, drone, and LiDAR survey specialists providing precision data for design, construction, and monitoring on all project types.

Quality Control Personnel

Quality Assurance

Dedicated QC inspectors and QA officers ensuring all works are constructed to specification, tolerance, and industry standards.

SHEQ Officers

Safety, Health, Environment & Quality

Site-based safety officers conducting daily safety inspections, toolbox talks, incident investigations, and environmental monitoring.

Skilled Artisans & Tradespeople

  • Licensed electricians (LV and MV installations)
  • Plumbers and pipe fitters
  • Welders and fabricators
  • Carpenters and joiners
  • Bricklayers and masons
  • Steel fixers and concrete workers
  • Plant operators (excavator, grader, roller, loader)
  • Haulage and logistics personnel

Training & Development

We invest continuously in our workforce through structured on-the-job training, apprenticeship programmes, professional development support, and sponsorship for EIZ and ERB registration. Building Zambian capacity is central to our business model.

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Plant & Fleet

Equipment & Plant

Kokeb maintains access to a reliable fleet of construction plant and equipment to support civil, road, and industrial projects — enabling efficient delivery while maintaining control over quality and timelines.

Earthmoving & Civil Equipment

Excavators

Tracked hydraulic excavators for bulk earthworks, trenching, drainage construction, and general excavation on civil and mining projects.

Graders & Rollers

Motor graders for road formation and trimming, and compaction rollers (smooth drum and padfoot) for earthworks and pavement construction.

Front-End Loaders

Loading and stockpiling of aggregates, fill materials, and bulk supplies across civil and industrial project sites.

Drilling Rigs

Sandvik D45KS rotary percussion rigs for exploration and blast-hole drilling — 152–229mm diameter, up to 63m depth in hard rock.

Transport & Logistics

Tipper & Haulage Trucks

Fleet of tipper trucks for bulk material haulage — aggregates, fill, demolition waste, and logistics on civil and road projects.

Flatbed & Low Bed Trailers

Heavy equipment transport to remote project sites, including mining region locations in Northwestern Province.

Light Vehicles & Site Transport

Crew transport and supervision vehicles for multi-site operations and remote site access across Zambia.

Survey Equipment

GNSS receivers, total stations, drones (UAV), and LiDAR equipment for geomatics and precision survey works.

Construction & Installation Equipment

  • Concrete batching, mixing, and placing equipment
  • Formwork and shuttering systems for structures and foundations
  • Scaffolding systems for building and industrial works
  • Electrical installation tools, cable laying equipment, and testing instruments
  • Mechanical installation and pipework tools
  • Welding and fabrication equipment
  • Compaction and road construction equipment

This capability allows us to execute projects efficiently while maintaining control over quality and timelines — reducing dependency on third-party plant hire and the delays associated with equipment availability.

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Supply Chain

Supplier & Subcontractor Network

Over the years, Kokeb has built strong relationships with reliable suppliers and specialist subcontractors — a network that enhances our capacity to mobilise quickly, source quality materials, and scale for larger projects.

Material Suppliers

  • Aggregate and quarry product suppliers in Northwestern Province and nationally
  • Cement and concrete product suppliers with reliable delivery capability
  • Steel, rebar, and structural material suppliers
  • Electrical materials — cable, switchgear, transformers, and distribution equipment
  • Mechanical components, pipes, fittings, and industrial hardware
  • Fuel supply and logistics partners for remote site operations
  • Timber, finishing materials, and architectural products

Specialist Subcontractors

  • Specialist electrical installation contractors (HV and EHV)
  • Mechanical and HVAC specialist subcontractors
  • Geotechnical investigation companies
  • Specialist concrete and structural subcontractors
  • Environmental monitoring and rehabilitation specialists
  • Specialist survey and geospatial service providers

Local Content Commitment

We actively prioritise Zambian suppliers and subcontractors in our procurement. This extends the economic benefit of every project beyond our direct workforce into the broader Zambian business community — consistent with our commitment to building a strong local construction and engineering sector.

Register as a Supplier or Subcontractor

We are always looking for reliable Zambian businesses to join our supply chain. Contact our procurement team to register.

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Scale

Ability to Scale

From medium-sized civil works to large industrial and infrastructure projects, Kokeb has demonstrated the ability to scale operations to meet project demands — increasing manpower, equipment deployment, and technical oversight as required.

14ksqm — Largest Completed Project
$8.5MSingle Project Value (BAT)
100+km Roads Opened
24hrWork Cycles When Required

Proven Scale Examples

Puretrans Logistics

14,000 sqm Warehouse & Office Complex

Design and construction of a landmark 14,000 sqm warehouse and office complex featuring non-rectangular geometry — a sophisticated engineering challenge delivered on time and to specification.

BAT Zambia

USD 8.5 Million Factory & Headquarters

Delivered under a compressed timeline with a 24-hour work cycle to meet the client's hard deadline — showcasing Kokeb's ability to mobilise maximum resources when project demands require it.

Solwezi-Kipushi Road

Hundreds of Kilometres of Road Works

Partnership with China State Engineering and Construction Limited on large-scale road opening, grading, and upgrading throughout Northwestern Province — one of the region's most significant road programmes.

Organisational Scalability

  • Modular site management structure that scales with project size
  • Access to additional plant through established hire networks
  • Supplier and subcontractor network that can be mobilised quickly
  • Experienced leadership team capable of managing multiple large projects simultaneously
  • Financial capacity to mobilise and self-fund project start-up costs
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Vision

Strategic Focus & Future Vision

Kokeb Enterprises Limited is focused on becoming a leading Zambian infrastructure and engineering partner, supporting the country's growth through resilient construction, industrial development, and energy-enabling projects.

As Zambia's mining, logistics, and industrial sectors continue to expand, Kokeb is strategically positioning itself to deliver the infrastructure that makes this growth possible.

Mining & Industrial Infrastructure

Strengthening capacity for heavy-duty industrial facilities, mining support infrastructure, logistics depots, and workshop and maintenance facilities in Northwestern Province.

Energy Infrastructure

Building our role in Zambia's energy transition — civil and structural works for solar PV facilities, substation infrastructure, and utility-scale energy distribution.

Drilling & Exploration

Rotary percussion drilling services for exploration, geotechnical, and blast-hole applications — supporting the mining industry with our Sandvik D45KS fleet.

People & Capacity

Continued investment in skills development for Zambian engineers, stronger SHEQ systems, expanded equipment resources, and enhanced project management capability.

Our Vision

To be the infrastructure company that powers sustainable growth — by challenging limits, collaborating with purpose, and caring for the communities we serve.

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