CKM Newsletter 22-06-2026

Zambia, US Redirect Part of $491 Million Agriculture Grant to Boost Lobito Corridor and Critical Minerals Infrastructure…

Zambia and the United States expanded a $491 million grant to support infrastructure along the Lobito Corridor. The funding targets transport and logistics improvements, enabling faster copper exports and enhancing regional integration critical to Zambia’s long-term mining growth ambitions… Read full article

CKM WEEKLY COMMODITY WATCH

• MMG Kinsevere Urges More Investment as Global Copper Supply Tightens at DRC Mining Week
• Vedanta IPO Plans Boost Zambia’s Ambitious Copper Growth Strategy
• Environmental Audit Finds Cobre Panama Largely Compliant as Debate Over Mine Restart Intensifies
• Glencore Emphasizes Local Impact, ESG Standards and Sustainable Mining at DRC Mining Week 2026
• Zimbabwe Lithium Miners Seek Extension Ahead of 2027 Export Ban on Concentrates
• Lobito Atlantic Railway Restarts DRC Copper Shipments Following Flood Damage Repairs
• Louis Watum Opens DRC Mining Week 2026 with Call for Mineral Transformation and Value Addition
• DRC Miners Seek Delay to 5% Employee Equity Rule as Unions Push for Immediate Enforcement

• Atomic Eagle Extends Uranium Mineralisation at Muntanga Project in Zambia
• Rome Resources Begins Tin Mining Programme at Kalayi Project in DRC to Support Licence Conversion

• ZCCM-IH Showcases Zambia’s Mining Investment Growth Ahead of Paris Capital Markets Day
• Tshisekedi Discusses Strategic Mining Mapping Partnership with Dynamic Aviation in Houston
• Raoul Wazenga Positions DRC for Energy Transition Boom with $199 Million Exploration Program

DRC Mining Week 2026: Kibali Gold Mines Highlights Need for Formalization and Environmental Control in Artisanal Mining Sector…

Kibali Gold Mines urged stronger formalization of artisanal mining during DRC Mining Week 2026. The company highlighted governance, environmental protection, and safety challenges, emphasizing structured frameworks as essential to unlocking sustainable value and improving livelihoods in Congo’s mining communities… Read full article

Vedanta’s Planned CopperTech IPO Could Accelerate Konkola Expansion, ZCCM Says…

Vedanta’s planned IPO could accelerate development of the Konkola Deep Mining Project and significantly increase Zambia’s copper output. The initiative aligns with the country’s strategy to triple production and strengthen its position in global copper supply chains… Read full article

DRC Mining Week 2026: Energy Experts Say Power Purchase Agreements Are Key to Unlocking Electricity Investment and Mining Growth…

Energy producers in the DRC called for stronger power purchase agreements to attract investment in electricity infrastructure. The move is seen as critical for mining expansion, as reliable power supply remains one of the major constraints limiting operational efficiency and new project development… Read full article

• MMG Kinsevere Urges More Investment as Global Copper Supply Tightens at DRC Mining Week
• Vedanta IPO Plans Boost Zambia’s Ambitious Copper Growth Strategy
• Environmental Audit Finds Cobre Panama Largely Compliant as Debate Over Mine Restart Intensifies
• Glencore Emphasizes Local Impact, ESG Standards and Sustainable Mining at DRC Mining Week 2026
• Zimbabwe Lithium Miners Seek Extension Ahead of 2027 Export Ban on Concentrates
• Lobito Atlantic Railway Restarts DRC Copper Shipments Following Flood Damage Repairs
• Atomic Eagle Extends Uranium Mineralisation at Muntanga Project in Zambia
• Rome Resources Begins Tin Mining Programme at Kalayi Project in DRC to Support Licence Conversion

• ZCCM-IH Showcases Zambia’s Mining Investment Growth Ahead of Paris Capital Markets Day
• Tshisekedi Discusses Strategic Mining Mapping Partnership with Dynamic Aviation in Houston
• Raoul Wazenga Positions DRC for Energy Transition Boom with $199 Million Exploration Program
• Louis Watum Opens DRC Mining Week 2026 with Call for Mineral Transformation and Value Addition
• DRC Miners Seek Delay to 5% Employee Equity Rule as Unions Push for Immediate Enforcement

ZCCM-IH Highlights US$12 Billion Mining Investment Surge and Rising Market Value Ahead of Paris Investor Day…

ZCCM-IH highlighted Zambia’s strong mining reforms and investment growth, noting billions in sector inflows. The company aims to attract global investors and support expansion plans that position Zambia as a leading destination for mining and energy investment… Read full article