DRC Expands Geophysical Mapping Programme to Unlock New Mineral Discoveries 1 Mining in DRC Exploration New Mining Projects 

DRC Expands Geophysical Mapping Programme to Unlock New Mineral Discoveries

DRC Targets 697,000 km² of Geophysical Mapping by 2029 to Accelerate Mineral Exploration and Mining Investment The Democratic Republic of Congo is significantly accelerating its geological exploration efforts through an ambitious geophysical mapping programme designed to improve knowledge of the country’s vast mineral potential and attract new mining investment. Under the National Geological Mapping and Mineral Resource Assessment Programme (PC2G), authorities aim to expand geophysical coverage from approximately 209,000 square kilometres to 697,000 square kilometres by 2029, substantially increasing the amount of geological data available to investors and exploration companies.… Read More Here
ARSP Anticipates Economic Boost from Future Cassiterite Investments in Maniema 2 Mining in DRC 

ARSP Anticipates Economic Boost from Future Cassiterite Investments in Maniema

DRC’s Maniema Province Set to Benefit from New Cassiterite Investments, Says ARSP The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) has highlighted the significant economic opportunities expected to arise from planned investments in cassiterite mining in Maniema Province, one of the country’s emerging mineral-rich regions. According to the agency, upcoming mining developments could serve as a catalyst for economic growth by creating jobs, supporting local businesses and increasing the participation of Congolese companies in the mining value chain. Authorities believe the anticipated projects will… Read More Here
Chile’s Copper Industry Shows Early Signs of Recovery After Historic Production Decline 3 International Copper 

Chile’s Copper Industry Shows Early Signs of Recovery After Historic Production Decline

Chile Signals Gradual Copper Output Recovery as Major Mines Rebound from Historic Slump Chile, the world’s largest copper producer, is beginning to show signs of recovery following one of the most challenging periods for its mining industry in recent years, although the rebound is expected to be gradual rather than immediate. After experiencing a historic decline in copper production driven by aging mines, lower ore grades, operational disruptions and project delays, the South American nation is now seeing improvements at several major operations. Industry officials believe the worst of the… Read More Here
Jubilee Expands Resource Potential at Molefe Mine Following Encouraging Phase 2 Drilling Results 4 Corporate News Drilling International 

Jubilee Expands Resource Potential at Molefe Mine Following Encouraging Phase 2 Drilling Results

Jubilee Metals Identifies Further Resource Growth Opportunities at Molefe Mine Through Phase 2 Drilling Programme Jubilee Metals has reported promising results from its Phase 2 drilling campaign at the Molefe Mine, highlighting significant potential to expand the project’s mineral resource base and strengthen its long-term development prospects. The latest drilling programme has confirmed the continuation of mineralisation beyond previously defined resource boundaries, supporting the company’s view that the deposit may be substantially larger than earlier estimates indicated. The results are expected to contribute to future resource upgrades and enhance the… Read More Here
Tanzania and Angola Move to Link Indian and Atlantic Ocean Trade Corridors by Rail 5 International Transport and Logistics 

Tanzania and Angola Move to Link Indian and Atlantic Ocean Trade Corridors by Rail

Tanzania and Angola Advance Rail Partnership to Connect East and West African Trade and Mining Corridors Tanzania and Angola have agreed to strengthen cooperation on a landmark rail connectivity initiative that aims to link the Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean coasts, creating a strategic transport corridor for trade, mining exports and regional economic integration. The agreement focuses on connecting Tanzania’s Central Corridor and the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) network with Angola’s Lobito Corridor, establishing a continuous rail route across Southern and Central Africa. The initiative is expected to improve access… Read More Here
DRC Civil Society Groups Demand Greater Transparency Over Strategic Minerals Decree 6 Mining in DRC 

DRC Civil Society Groups Demand Greater Transparency Over Strategic Minerals Decree

Civil Society Calls for Transparency and Public Consultation on DRC Strategic Minerals Decree Civil society organizations in the Democratic Republic of Congo have called for greater transparency and wider stakeholder engagement in the development of a proposed decree governing the management of the country’s strategic mineral resources. The organizations argue that the draft regulation could have significant implications for the governance, exploitation and commercialization of critical minerals, particularly those essential to the global energy transition, including cobalt, copper and lithium. In a joint statement, civil society groups expressed concern over… Read More Here
CAMI Chief Urges Greater Geological Investment to Strengthen DRC’s Control Over Its Mining Wealth 7 Mining in DRC Investment News 

CAMI Chief Urges Greater Geological Investment to Strengthen DRC’s Control Over Its Mining Wealth

DRC Must Invest More in Geological Research to Maximize Mining Potential and Attract Quality Investors, Says CAMI Director The Democratic Republic of Congo must significantly increase investment in geological research if it is to strengthen state control over its vast mineral resources and unlock greater value from its mining sector, according to Cadastre Minier (CAMI) Director General Popol Mabolia. Speaking during the fifth edition of CAMI’s press forum in Kinshasa, held under the theme “Where Are We Today?”, Mabolia emphasized that a deeper understanding of the country’s mineral potential is… Read More Here
DRC Economy Remains Resilient Despite Security Challenges, AfDB Projects Growth Above 5% 8 Mining in DRC Economy 

DRC Economy Remains Resilient Despite Security Challenges, AfDB Projects Growth Above 5%

African Development Bank Forecasts Strong DRC Economic Growth as Mining Exports Drive Recovery The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is expected to maintain economic growth above 5% over the next two years despite ongoing security challenges in the eastern part of the country, according to the African Development Bank’s latest economic outlook. The report highlights the resilience of the Congolese economy, with growth continuing to be supported by the mining sector, rising exports and sustained investment, even as conflict and humanitarian pressures weigh on development efforts. Economic growth slowed to… Read More Here
Angola Ranks Among the World’s Top Three Diamond Producers in 2025 9 International Angola Diamond 

Angola Ranks Among the World’s Top Three Diamond Producers in 2025

Angola Becomes World’s Third-Largest Diamond Producer with 15.2 Million Carats in 2025 Angola has cemented its position as one of the world’s leading diamond-producing nations, ranking as the third-largest producer of natural rough diamonds in 2025 with an output of 15.2 million carats. The achievement highlights the continued growth of Angola’s mining sector and underscores the country’s increasing influence in the global diamond industry.  According to figures released by the government, Angola trails only Russia and Botswana in total diamond production, surpassing several established mining jurisdictions. Russia maintained the top… Read More Here
Zambia to Add 320MW of Solar Power Before Year-End 10 Mining in Zambia Energy 

Zambia to Add 320MW of Solar Power Before Year-End

Zambia Set to Commission 320MW of New Solar Capacity as Renewable Energy Expansion Accelerates Zambia is expected to commission three new solar power plants with a combined capacity of 320MW before the end of the year, marking another significant step toward strengthening the country’s energy security and expanding renewable power generation. According to the Ministry of Energy, the projects form part of broader efforts to diversify the national energy mix and reduce dependence on hydropower, which has been increasingly affected by climate-related challenges and fluctuating water levels. Among the projects… Read More Here

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