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The CoE is positioned as an applied, solution-oriented platform focused on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitoring of mine and groundwater systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental risk assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of treatment solutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Training and professional education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A strategic development plan for 2025\u20132027 was prepared, outlining vision, thematic priorities and phased growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concept also builds synergies with the existing Kafue River Basin Centre of Excellence, strengthening coordination and knowledge sharing across institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>From Concept to Operational Capacity<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the year, it became clear that while CBU&#8217;s laboratory infrastructure was relatively well established, there were significant gaps in field monitoring capacity. In response, the project adjusted its implementation approach, without changing overall objectives or budget, to focus more strongly on equipping the university for field-based hydrogeological work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technical equipment delivered in 2025 included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Field monitoring instruments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water level meters and pumps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sampling devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continuous measurement and data logging equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tools for spatial analysis, including a drone and a multispectral camera<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The equipment was formally transferred to Copperbelt University in accordance with official protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Immediate Practical Impact<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The newly delivered equipment was already utilised during field campaigns in 2025, allowing students and staff to participate directly in sampling and monitoring activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Center is currently in its foundational phase, with full operationalisation planned for 2026\u20132027. 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