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Zambia Seeks Global Investment to Triple Copper Production by 2031

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Zambia Targets 3 Million Tons of Copper by 2031 as Government Courts Global Investors Zambia is actively courting international investors, including those from the United States, as it works toward an ambitious goal of tripling its copper production to 3 million metric tons by 2031, Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe said on Tuesday. Africa’s second-largest copper producer after the Democratic Republic of the Congo is increasingly viewed as a strategic partner for the United States. Washington has been stepping up efforts to diversify supply chains for critical minerals and reduce reliance… Read More Here

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Congo Expands State Gold Trading to Strengthen National Reserves

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Gold Trading Targets 15 Tons of Artisanal Gold in 2026 as Central Bank Eyes Reserve Boost The Democratic Republic of Congo’s state-owned gold trading company plans to significantly increase the volume of gold it purchases from the country’s artisanal mining sector, targeting up to 15 metric tons this year, with the national central bank expected to play a key role as a buyer. Congo, one of the world’s leading suppliers of battery metals and a country rich in largely untapped gold deposits established DRC Gold Trading in December 2022… Read More Here

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Fortescue Acquires Alta Copper to Secure Full Ownership of Cañariaco Project in Peru

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

Fortescue Completes Alta Copper Acquisition, Securing 100% of Cañariaco Copper Project Diversified mining company Fortescue has completed its acquisition of Alta Copper, securing full ownership of the Cañariaco Copper Project in northern Peru. The transaction was finalized through a Canadian plan of arrangement, under which Fortescue subsidiary Nascent Exploration acquired all issued and outstanding shares of Alta Copper that were not already owned by the group. Under the terms of the agreement, Alta Copper shareholders received C$1.40 per share in cash, representing a total equity value of approximately C$139 million.… Read More Here

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Rome Resources Expands Critical Minerals Strategy with New Exploration Projects in Canada

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

Rome Resources Signs Option to Acquire Tin and Tungsten Exploration Licences in New Brunswick London-listed Rome Resources, which holds exploration assets in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has signed an option agreement to acquire working interests in early-stage mineral exploration licences in New Brunswick. The licences are located near the historic Mount Pleasant Mine area and include the Three Lakes and Schoullar Mountain projects. Together, the properties cover more than 109 km² of exploration ground east of Mount Pleasant, a former tungsten, molybdenum, tin, and indium mining project in… Read More Here

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Tenke Fungurume Mine Accused of Polluting Air and Harming Communities in DR C

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

“ Toxic Transition ” Report Links Cobalt Mining in DR Congo to Health Risks for Communities Cobalt and copper extracted in the Democratic Republic of Congo play a critical role in the global energy transition, particularly in the production of batteries for electric vehicles. However, a new report warns that the extraction of these strategic minerals may be causing serious health problems for communities living near major mining operations. The report, titled “Toxic Transition,” was published by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) and the Congolese civil society group PremiCongo. It… Read More Here

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DRC Boosts Oil Revenue and Fights Fraud with Innovative Fuel Traceability Program

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

Molecular Marking of Petroleum in DRC Drives Revenue Growth and Reduces Fuel Smuggling The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is taking significant steps to combat fraud in its hydrocarbon sector, addressing a long-standing problem of fuel smuggling that has resulted in major tax losses. To tackle this challenge, the government has implemented a pioneering technological reform: molecular marking of petroleum products. This initiative is designed to clean up the fuel supply chain and strengthen state revenues through advanced traceability measures. The program, led by MAMO RDC SARL in partnership with… Read More Here

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Tin Market Volatility Intensifies as Global Demand for Strategic Metals Grows

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

Global Tin Prices Surge in March 2026 as Market Volatility Highlights DRC’s Strategic Role Recent analyses by experts from the National Market Commission of the Ministry of Foreign Trade of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) indicate that tin prices could rise significantly on international markets during the week of March 9–14, 2026. According to the commission’s projections, the price of tin is expected to reach $54,925 per ton, compared with $47,615 per ton the previous week. This represents a projected weekly increase of $7,310, highlighting the strong volatility currently… Read More Here

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Global Commodity Markets Push Up Prices of Key Congolese Minerals

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mineral Prices Rise as Copper, Gold, Tin and Tantalum Surge on Global Markets Amid persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and ongoing uncertainty in global supply chains, several major mineral exports from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recorded an overall upward trend on international markets during the week of March 9–14, 2026. According to projections from the National Market Commission of the Congolese Ministry of Foreign Trade, copper prices are expected to reach $13,132 per ton during the period, compared with $12,877 per ton the previous week.… Read More Here

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Illegal Mining and Child Labor Concerns Raised in Bas-Uélé Province

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

DR Congo: Entrepreneur Obed Mutuale Warns of Illegal Mining and Child Labor Crisis in Bas-Uélé Congolese entrepreneur Obed Mutuale has raised serious concerns over the illegal exploitation of mineral resources in Bas-Uélé Province, located in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Following a visit to the province from January 18 to 25, Mutuale is urging central government authorities to take immediate action to curb unlawful mining activities in the region. He specifically highlighted the growing use of underage children at some mining sites, describing the situation… Read More Here

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