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Lualaba Introduces New Framework for Artisanal Mining as Louis Watum Pursues Sector Reforms 1 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

Lualaba Introduces New Framework for Artisanal Mining as Louis Watum Pursues Sector Reforms

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Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba Resettles Artisanal Miners at Mulondo and Launches New Mining Governance Model The Democratic Republic of Congo has taken a significant step toward reforming relations between artisanal and industrial mining operators, with Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba overseeing the resettlement of artisanal miners at the Mulondo mining site in Lualaba Province. The intervention, carried out at the Mulondo site located approximately 42 kilometres southeast of Kolwezi in Mutshatsha Territory, aims to resolve a long-running dispute that had halted artisanal mining activities for more than a year.… Read More Here
Mining Pollution Trial Opens in Kolwezi as Environmental Accountability Comes Under the Spotlight 2 Mining in DRC 

Mining Pollution Trial Opens in Kolwezi as Environmental Accountability Comes Under the Spotlight

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DRC Mining Pollution Case Opens in Kolwezi, Placing Environmental Responsibility in the Mining Sector Under Scrutiny A landmark environmental case has opened in Kolwezi, placing mining-related pollution and corporate environmental responsibility at the centre of public debate in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s copper and cobalt heartland. The proceedings are expected to examine allegations linked to environmental contamination associated with mining activities, drawing significant attention from local communities, civil society organisations and industry stakeholders. The case highlights growing scrutiny of environmental management practices in one of the world’s most strategically… Read More Here
German Delegation Explores Strategic Mining Partnerships in DRC’s Copperbelt 3 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

German Delegation Explores Strategic Mining Partnerships in DRC’s Copperbelt

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German Business Delegation Visits Lubumbashi to Strengthen Mining Partnerships and Investment Opportunities in the DRC A German business delegation has visited Lubumbashi to explore new partnership opportunities in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector, highlighting growing international interest in one of the world’s most important sources of copper, cobalt and other critical minerals. The visit formed part of ongoing efforts to deepen economic cooperation between Germany and the DRC while identifying areas for collaboration across the mining value chain. Discussions focused on investment opportunities, technology transfer, industrial development and… Read More Here
New Mines Minister Rallies Sector Behind Zambia’s 3 Million-Tonne Copper Production Goal 4 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy Mining Personality 

New Mines Minister Rallies Sector Behind Zambia’s 3 Million-Tonne Copper Production Goal

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Zambia’s New Mines Minister Calls for Stronger Industry Collaboration to Achieve 3 Million Tonnes of Copper by 2031 Zambia’s newly appointed Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Brenda Tambatamba, has called for stronger collaboration across the mining sector as the country accelerates efforts to achieve its ambitious target of producing three million tonnes of copper annually by 2031. Addressing senior management officials at the Ministry’s headquarters in Lusaka, Tambatamba emphasized that meeting the production target will require a unified approach involving government institutions, mining companies and other stakeholders across the value… Read More Here
Zambia and DRC Deepen Trade Ties Through New Investment and Business Drive 5 Investment News Economy Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Zambia and DRC Deepen Trade Ties Through New Investment and Business Drive

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Zambia and DRC Strengthen Trade Relations as Businesses Pursue New Investment Opportunities in Lubumbashi Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are reinforcing their economic partnership through a high-level trade mission in Lubumbashi aimed at expanding cross-border commerce, attracting investment and creating new business opportunities for companies in both countries. The mission has brought together entrepreneurs, investors and industry representatives to explore commercial partnerships, identify new markets and strengthen supply chains between two of Central and Southern Africa’s most interconnected economies. Speaking during the official opening of the event,… Read More Here
Aliko Dangote takes centre stage at Mining Indaba 2027 for a conversation on building Africa’s next generation of industrial institutions 6 Events & Expos International Mining Personality 

Aliko Dangote takes centre stage at Mining Indaba 2027 for a conversation on building Africa’s next generation of industrial institutions

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Aliko Dangote, President & CEO of Dangote Group, will bring his continental vision to Investing in African Mining Indaba 2027, headlining the high-level programme as it turns its attention to the businesses, institutions and capital required to build globally competitive African industries. Over several decades, Dangote Group has built businesses across African markets and progressively expanded the scale and complexity of the industrial projects it is able to undertake. Most recently, on 30 September 2026, Mr Dangote broke ground alongside President William Ruto on the US$16 billion, 700,000 barrels-per-day Dangote… Read More Here
Zambia Fast-Tracks Mingomba Copper Mine as KoBold Metals Expands Investment 7 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News New Mining Projects 

Zambia Fast-Tracks Mingomba Copper Mine as KoBold Metals Expands Investment

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Zambia Accelerates Mingomba Copper Project as KoBold Metals Advances High-Grade Mine Development The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the development of the Mingomba Copper Mine, one of the country’s most promising new mining ventures, as technology-driven exploration company KoBold Metals advances plans for large-scale copper production. During discussions with KoBold Metals executives, Finance and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane emphasized the government’s determination to support strategic mining investments that can boost copper output, attract foreign capital, and contribute to Zambia’s broader economic transformation. The Mingomba project, located… Read More Here
KoBold Metals Harnesses Artificial Intelligence to Accelerate Critical Minerals Exploration in the DRC 8 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Corporate News 

KoBold Metals Harnesses Artificial Intelligence to Accelerate Critical Minerals Exploration in the DRC

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KoBold Metals Deploys AI-Driven Exploration Technology Across 3,000 km² of Lithium-Rich Terrain in the DRC DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO – U.S.-backed mining technology company KoBold Metals is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to transform mineral exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as it intensifies its search for lithium and other critical minerals vital to the global energy transition. Operating from its exploration base in Manono, a region renowned for its vast lithium potential, KoBold Metals is combining advanced data analytics, machine learning models, satellite imagery, historical geological records, and… Read More Here
DRC Expands Geophysical Mapping Programme to Unlock New Mineral Discoveries 9 Mining in DRC Exploration New Mining Projects 

DRC Expands Geophysical Mapping Programme to Unlock New Mineral Discoveries

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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 10 Mining in DRC 

ARSP Anticipates Economic Boost from Future Cassiterite Investments in Maniema

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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

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