CKM Newsletter 24-08-2026

ZCCM-IH Investment Income Rises 40% as Market Capitalisation Surpasses US$1 Billion…

ZCCM-IH reported a 40% rise in investment income to ZMW3.4 billion, supported by higher Kansanshi royalties and dividends. Its portfolio value increased to US$1.91 billion, while CEC, Mopani and Kansanshi remained major assets. Results highlight recapitalisation, governance improvements, financial controls and a proposed shareholder dividend… Read full article

CKM WEEKLY COMMODITY WATCH

• Why are Mining Companies Choosing The Atlas Copco PAC SH128?
• DRC Mines Minister Urges Youth to Drive Sustainable Value Creation
• Kamoa Copper Commits US$16.9 Million to Community Development in Mutshatsha
• Tshisekedi Orders Full Review of DRC’s Oil and Gas Assets

• Copper Falls to US$13,981 as Rising LME Stocks Ease Supply Tightness
• DRC and Tanzania Strengthen Strategic Partnership on Critical Minerals and Geological Data

• South Korea Commits US$1 Billion to Glencore as US Targets DRC Copper Assets
• DRC-US Mining Partnership Expands into Skills Development and Employment
• AEW 2026 to Explore Africa’s Shift from Local Content Participation to Industrialization
• Electra Mining Africa showcases the technologies shaping tomorrow’s industry
• Chilean Cobalt Secures $375 Million US EXIM Financing Interest for Chile Projects
• Arc Minerals Selects Drilling Contractor for Botswana’s Virgo Copper Project
• Sustainable solutions driving industry transformation at Electra Mining Africa
• Angola Awards 30-Year Northern Corridor Power Concession to Somagec

DRC Advances $2 Billion Musompo Battery Precursor Zone to Build Local Battery Value Chain…

DRC is advancing plans for the US$2 billion Musompo Economic Zone, designed to produce battery precursors locally from cobalt and copper resources. The initiative aims to deepen domestic processing, strengthen the battery chain, attract investment, create jobs and increase value captured from the country’s minerals… Read full article

Zambia Eyes Up to $1 Billion in IPOs as Copper Prices Strengthen Investor Interest…

Zambia’s copper sector could generate up to US$1 billion through potential initial public offerings on the Lusaka Securities Exchange. Higher copper prices and expanding production are improving investor sentiment, while mining companies seek capital to finance growth, new projects and wider participation in Zambia’s capital markets… Read full article

Metalkol Approves Damen CSD500 Dredger for DRC Operations to Boost Copper and Cobalt Tailings Recovery…

Metalkol has approved a Damen CSD500 dredger following acceptance in the Netherlands, clearing it for shipment to the DRC. Adapted for depths up to 16 metres, it is expected to improve copper and cobalt tailings recovery, strengthen plant feed and enhance efficiency through trained personnel… Read full article

• Why are Mining Companies Choosing The Atlas Copco PAC SH128?
• DRC Mines Minister Urges Youth to Drive Sustainable Value Creation
• Kamoa Copper Commits US$16.9 Million to Community Development in Mutshatsha
• Tshisekedi Orders Full Review of DRC’s Oil and Gas Assets
• Copper Falls to US$13,981 as Rising LME Stocks Ease Supply Tightness
• DRC and Tanzania Strengthen Strategic Partnership on Critical Minerals and Geological Data
• South Korea Commits US$1 Billion to Glencore as US Targets DRC Copper Assets
• DRC-US Mining Partnership Expands into Skills Development and Employment
• AEW 2026 to Explore Africa’s Shift from Local Content Participation to Industrialization

• Electra Mining Africa showcases the technologies shaping tomorrow’s industry
• Sustainable solutions driving industry transformation at Electra Mining Africa
• Angola Awards 30-Year Northern Corridor Power Concession to Somagec
• Chilean Cobalt Secures $375 Million US EXIM Financing Interest for Chile Projects
• Arc Minerals Selects Drilling Contractor for Botswana’s Virgo Copper Project

Zambia Approves Tanzania and Namibia Fuel Pipelines to Strengthen Energy Security…

Zambia has approved petroleum pipelines as part of measures to strengthen fuel supply security. Planned infrastructure is intended to improve fuel transportation and distribution, reduce supply risks and support activity, while reinforcing the country’s energy logistics network and improving reliability for mining and other productive industries… Read full article