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President Highlights Investment Reforms and Mining Revival at ZIMEC 2026 1 Mining in Zambia Economy Events & Expos Investment News 

President Highlights Investment Reforms and Mining Revival at ZIMEC 2026

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Zambia Strengthening Investment Climate Through Reforms and Regional Cooperation, Delegates Told President Hakainde Hichilema last week addressed delegates at the Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference (ZIMEC), underscoring the country’s improving investment climate, the revival of dormant mining assets, and the growing role of both local and regional investment in driving economic growth. Speaking to industry leaders, investors, and policymakers, the President pointed to the reopening of the historic Kalengwa Mine in North-Western Province as a clear example of the government’s reform agenda and commitment to revitalizing Zambia’s mining sector.… Read More Here
DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Move to Modernize Southern Central Corridor 2 Mining in Zambia Mining in DRC Transport and Logistics 

DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Move to Modernize Southern Central Corridor

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DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Launch Initiative to Secure and Upgrade Southern Central Corridor The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia, and Tanzania are collaborating to secure and modernize the southern section of the Central Corridor, a strategic trade route linking the port of Dar es Salaam to key commercial and mining hubs in the region. Local media reports indicate that representatives from the three countries met on March 24, 2026, in Lubumbashi to review and approve feasibility studies aimed at improving the flow of goods and enhancing security along the… Read More Here
Tshisekedi inspects the distribution network of the Kakobola hydroelectric power plant 3 Mining in DRC Hydro power plant 

Tshisekedi inspects the distribution network of the Kakobola hydroelectric power plant

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Kakobola Hydroelectric Plant to Supply Electricity to Over 9,000 Households in Kwilu Province During his visit to Kikwit on Thursday, March 26, 2026, President Félix Tshisekedi inspected the commissioning of the Kakobola hydroelectric power plant, an initiative set to supply electricity to more than 9,000 households. The inspection spanned from the Kakobola power station to the 66/33 kV Infra substation, marking a key step toward distributing electricity to REGIDESO, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and households already connected to the grid. This project represents a historic milestone for Kwilu province,… Read More Here
Uganda’s Merchandise Exports Surge 72% Driven by Gold and Coffee 4 Mining in Uganda Economy Gold 

Uganda’s Merchandise Exports Surge 72% Driven by Gold and Coffee

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Uganda Merchandise Exports Jump 72% to $1.45 Billion in January 2026 Amid Gold Boom Uganda experienced a remarkable 72% increase in merchandise exports in its last fiscal year, according to a recent report by the Ministry of Finance. The East African nation’s merchandise export revenue rose from $844.6 million in January 2025 to $1,453.5 million in January 2026. A post on X by the Government Citizen Interaction Centre highlighted that Uganda’s merchandise exports grew to approximately UGX 5.43 trillion ($1.45 billion) in January 2026, up from UGX 5.22 trillion ($1.395… Read More Here
Zambia Set to Surpass 1 Million Tonnes of Copper Production in 2026 5 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

Zambia Set to Surpass 1 Million Tonnes of Copper Production in 2026

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Zambia Copper Production to Break 1 Million Tonnes in 2026 Driven by Canadian-Owned Mines Zambia is on track to produce over 1 million tonnes of copper in 2026, a record milestone driven by expanded output from its largest Canadian-owned operations, Mines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe has confirmed. Last year, Zambia recorded its highest-ever production of nearly 890,346 tonnes, and Kabuswe told reporters in Lusaka in January that “this year, without a doubt, we will exceed one million tonnes.” Copper remains the backbone of Zambia’s economy, accounting for roughly 70% of export… Read More Here
Glencore’s South African Ferrochrome Operations at Risk Amid Electricity Tariff Dispute 6 International Corporate News 

Glencore’s South African Ferrochrome Operations at Risk Amid Electricity Tariff Dispute

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Glencore Faces Uncertainty in South Africa as Ferrochrome Plants Struggle With High Power Costs Glencore’s ferrochrome operations in South Africa face growing uncertainty as the company signals it may withdraw from negotiations with the government over a proposed discounted electricity package. Without lower power costs, the multinational warns, its loss-making smelters cannot remain viable, putting thousands of jobs at risk. On February 27, Eskom, South Africa’s state-owned electricity utility, offered steeply discounted rates to the country’s two largest ferrochrome producers, including Glencore, in an effort to keep the plants operational.… Read More Here
Middle East Tensions Disrupt Zimbabwe’s Gold Exports 7 International Economy Gold 

Middle East Tensions Disrupt Zimbabwe’s Gold Exports

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Zimbabwe Faces Gold Export Challenges as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Shipping Routes Zimbabwe is facing growing challenges in exporting its gold due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East, a situation similar to Ghana’s recent logistical difficulties. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), a key destination for Zimbabwe’s gold shipments, accounted for 45% of the country’s total gold export revenues last year. The regional conflict has disrupted both air and maritime routes. Major shipping lines, including Maersk, have suspended operations through the Strait of Hormuz, forcing vessels to reroute around the… Read More Here
EGC and Mercuria Partner to Transform Kasulo into Benchmark for Responsible Cobalt Mining 8 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt 

EGC and Mercuria Partner to Transform Kasulo into Benchmark for Responsible Cobalt Mining

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EGC and Mercuria Sign Deal to Transform Kasulo into Global Benchmark for Responsible Artisanal Cobalt Mining in DR Congo Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) and Mercuria Energy Trading have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the formalization and development of the Kasulo artisanal mining site in Kolwezi, alongside efforts to strengthen the associated cobalt supply chain. The agreement aims to establish what the partners describe as a “gold standard” model for artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), positioning the Kasulo site as an international benchmark for transparency, sustainability,… Read More Here
Zambia Offers 10-Year Tax Holiday to Attract Foreign Investment in Mining and Energy 9 Mining in Zambia Energy Investment News 

Zambia Offers 10-Year Tax Holiday to Attract Foreign Investment in Mining and Energy

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Zambia Targets Foreign Investors with 10-Year Tax Incentive to Boost Mining, Energy, and Copper Production to 3 Million Tonnes by 2031 Zambia is stepping up efforts to attract foreign investment by offering a 10-year tax holiday to companies establishing operations in the country’s multi-facility economic zones, a move aimed at accelerating industrial growth and job creation. Speaking at the Finland Business Forum in Lusaka, Albert Halwampa outlined the country’s priority investment sectors, highlighting mining and energy as critical pillars of Zambia’s economic transformation strategy. He emphasized that attracting capital into… Read More Here
Reopened Mines Power Economic Recovery in Zambia’s Copperbelt 10 Mining in Zambia 

Reopened Mines Power Economic Recovery in Zambia’s Copperbelt

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Zambia Revives Closed Mines to Boost Copperbelt Economy, Jobs, and Mining Investment The government of Zambia says the mining sector is playing a central role in the country’s economic recovery, with significant progress made over the past five years to restore the Copperbelt as one of Africa’s leading mining regions. Authorities attribute the turnaround to the successful reopening of previously closed mines, a move that has revitalized local economies, created employment opportunities, and improved livelihoods across mining communities. The renewed activity has strengthened the province’s position as a cornerstone of… Read More Here

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