Manager - Kalumbila Town Development Corporation
Michael Kabungo is an experienced urban and regional planner as well as an environmental management specialist. He has worked for over 22 years in both public and private sectors. Michael has held the position of Director of City Planning in various municipalities in Zambia, and has also been involved in several local and international consultancy projects in urban planning and environmental management. Currently, Michael serves as the Manager for Kalumbila Town Development Corporation (KTDC), which is a subsidiary of First Quantum Minerals (FQM). His responsibilities include developing and managing a new greenfield town in Northwestern Zambia, located next to FQM's Trident Project. Michael is a Fellow and former President of the Zambia Institute of Planners (ZIP).
As new cities emerge, localizing supply chains and processing critical minerals present powerful opportunities for building resilient economies and generating long-term employment. This session explores how urban developments can anchor strategic industries, harness regional resources, and design policy frameworks that drive sustainable job creation while enhancing national and global supply chain security. In an era defined by geopolitical shifts and growing demand for clean technologies, new cities can become hubs of innovation and inclusive industrial growth.