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DRC Launches First Pilot Artisanal Mining Zone in Major Step Toward Sector Reform 1 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

DRC Launches First Pilot Artisanal Mining Zone in Major Step Toward Sector Reform

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DRC Launches First Pilot Artisanal Mining Zone to Formalize Mining and Improve Mineral Traceability The Democratic Republic of Congo has launched its first pilot Artisanal Mining Zone (AZE), marking a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to formalize and professionalize the country’s artisanal mining sector. The initiative is part of the government’s broader mining reform agenda, implemented under the leadership of President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo and Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka, with the Ministry of Mines spearheading efforts to improve governance, enhance mineral traceability, and create safer working conditions… Read More Here
FEC Chamber of Mines Opens Forum on Revising DRC Mining Code to Boost Investment 2 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

FEC Chamber of Mines Opens Forum on Revising DRC Mining Code to Boost Investment

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DRC Mining Code Review: FEC Chamber of Mines Launches Forum to Strengthen Investment and Competitiveness The Chamber of Mines of the Federation of Enterprises of Congo (FEC) on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, launched a three-day forum in Kinshasa aimed at reviewing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Mining Code. The forum brings together mining experts, industry operators, investors, government officials, and other stakeholders to develop recommendations for a more stable, competitive, and investment-friendly legal framework capable of supporting the long-term growth of the country’s mining sector. DRC’s Strategic Role in the… Read More Here
DRC Mining Export Prices Mixed as Gold, Cobalt and Tin Rise While Copper and Nickel Decline 3 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper Economy Gold Nickel 

DRC Mining Export Prices Mixed as Gold, Cobalt and Tin Rise While Copper and Nickel Decline

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DRC Mining Export Prices Update: Gold, Cobalt and Tin Gain as Copper, Nickel Fall The prices of several mining commodities exported by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recorded mixed movements during the week of July 13–18, according to the latest price list released by the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Gold, Cobalt and Tin Record Gains Among the commodities posting gains, cobalt edged up from US$55,613.00 to US$55,618.00 per tonne. Gold also strengthened, rising from US$130.77 to US$134.30 per kilogram. Zinc increased from US$3,494.90 to US$3,540.90 per tonne, while niobium… Read More Here
DRC Moves Closer to First Lithium Export from Manono Project 4 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Corporate News Lithium 

DRC Moves Closer to First Lithium Export from Manono Project

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DR Congo Prepares for First Lithium Exports from Manono as Government Pushes Project Development The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is moving closer to its first lithium exports from the Manono lithium project, one of Africa’s most significant undeveloped lithium resources. The development marks an important step for the country as it seeks to expand its role in the global critical minerals market, particularly as demand for lithium continues to grow due to its use in electric vehicle batteries, energy storage systems and renewable energy technologies. DR Congo’s Minister of… Read More Here
Nova Africa Plans $21 Million Restart of Botswana Gold Mine 5 International Corporate News Gold 

Nova Africa Plans $21 Million Restart of Botswana Gold Mine

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Nova Africa Announces $21 Million Investment to Restart Botswana Gold Mining Operations Nova Africa Resources is planning a US$21 million investment to restart gold mining operations in Botswana, as the company seeks to revive production and unlock the value of the country’s mineral resources. The project involves the redevelopment of a previously inactive gold mine, with funding expected to support mine rehabilitation, infrastructure upgrades, exploration activities and the preparation of the operation for renewed production. Botswana is widely recognised for its diamond industry, but the government has been working to… Read More Here
Trafigura Withdraws from Angola’s $2 Billion Power Project Amid Development Challenges 6 Energy Corporate News Electricity International 

Trafigura Withdraws from Angola’s $2 Billion Power Project Amid Development Challenges

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Trafigura Exits Angola’s $2 Billion Power Plant Project, Raising Questions Over Energy Expansion Plans Global commodities company Trafigura has withdrawn from a planned US$2 billion power project in Angola, creating uncertainty around one of the country’s major energy infrastructure developments. The project, which was expected to support Angola’s electricity generation capacity and strengthen industrial growth, was part of broader efforts to expand the country’s energy infrastructure and improve power supply reliability. Trafigura’s decision to step away comes after challenges surrounding the project’s development, financing structure and long-term commercial viability. The… Read More Here
DRC’s Mineral Trade Faces Pressure as Health Crisis Threatens Mining Operations 7 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Copper Lithium 

DRC’s Mineral Trade Faces Pressure as Health Crisis Threatens Mining Operations

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DR Congo Health Crisis Raises Concerns Over Cobalt and Critical Mineral Supply Chains The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing growing concerns over the impact of a worsening health crisis on its critical mineral industry, with potential consequences for the country’s mineral trade and global supply chains. The DRC is the world’s leading producer of cobalt and a major supplier of other strategic minerals, including copper and lithium-related resources, which are essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies and advanced manufacturing. The health challenges have raised concerns among industry… Read More Here
Zimbabwe Lithium Producer Suspends Operations Amid Ownership and Financial Disputes 8 International Battery Metals Lithium 

Zimbabwe Lithium Producer Suspends Operations Amid Ownership and Financial Disputes

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Zimbabwe Lithium Mine Halts Operations Following Dispute Between Chinese Investor and Former Owners A lithium mining operation in Zimbabwe has suspended production following a dispute involving its Chinese investor and former shareholders, highlighting ongoing challenges facing the country’s growing critical minerals sector. The company, which operates one of Zimbabwe’s lithium projects, was forced to halt activities after disagreements emerged over ownership, financial obligations and operational control. Zimbabwe has positioned lithium as a key strategic mineral as global demand for battery materials continues to grow. The country has attracted significant investment… Read More Here
Africa’s Battery Race Shifts Toward Manufacturing as Investment in Energy Storage Grows 9 International Energy 

Africa’s Battery Race Shifts Toward Manufacturing as Investment in Energy Storage Grows

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Africa is moving beyond raw mineral exports as investment increases in battery manufacturing, processing and clean energy supply chains Africa’s role in the global battery supply chain is beginning to evolve, with countries moving beyond the export of critical minerals and focusing on developing local processing and battery manufacturing capacity. The continent holds some of the world’s largest reserves of minerals essential for battery production, including cobalt, lithium, graphite, manganese and nickel. However, for decades, much of this value has been captured outside Africa, with raw materials exported for processing… Read More Here
ZCCM-IH Appoints UK and Zambian Advisers to Support Global Growth Strategy 10 Mining in Zambia Economy Investment News 

ZCCM-IH Appoints UK and Zambian Advisers to Support Global Growth Strategy

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ZCCM Investments Holdings appoints Bowsprit Partners and Stockbrokers Zambia as advisers to strengthen its international market presence, improve liquidity and support its long-term growth strategy Zambian mining and investment company ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has appointed London-based corporate advisory firm Bowsprit Partners as its financial adviser and corporate broker in the United Kingdom, effective immediately. The company has also appointed Stockbrokers Zambia as its financial adviser for the optimisation of its listing on the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE). The appointments form part of ZCCM-IH’s broader strategy to improve market visibility,… Read More Here

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