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DRC Strengthens China Mining Ties as Minister Pushes for Local Processing and Greater Economic Value 1 Mining in DRC Partnership 

DRC Strengthens China Mining Ties as Minister Pushes for Local Processing and Greater Economic Value

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DRC Mining Minister Engages China Minmetals in Beijing Talks Focused on Local Mineral Processing, Jobs, and Sector Expansion During an official mission to Beijing, the Minister of Mines for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Louis Watum Kabamba, reaffirmed the government’s strategic priorities for the mining sector, aligning with the national development vision of President Félix Tshisekedi. The discussions focused on strengthening partnerships while ensuring that mining investments deliver greater economic benefits within the country. Speaking during the visit on March 24, 2026, the minister emphasized the government’s commitment to… Read More Here
Makor Resources Launches Zambia Expansion with $30 Million Copper Exploration Strategy 2 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News Investment News 

Makor Resources Launches Zambia Expansion with $30 Million Copper Exploration Strategy

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Company advances district-scale copper portfolio aligned with Zambia’s 3 million tonne production target and growing global supply constraints Makor Resources, a copper-focused exploration and development company, today formally announced the launch of its operations in Zambia, positioning the company at the centre of one of the most significant structural supply challenges facing global markets. As demand for copper accelerates driven by electrification, clean energy systems, and digital infrastructure supply remains constrained by the industry’s ability to bring new production online in a timely, structured, and responsible manner. Against this backdrop,… Read More Here
Gemfields Navigates Operational Setbacks at Montepuez and Kagem Mines as It Focuses on Recovery in 2026 3 Gemstones Corporate News 

Gemfields Navigates Operational Setbacks at Montepuez and Kagem Mines as It Focuses on Recovery in 2026

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Gemfields Reports Production and Cash Flow Pressures from Mine Disruptions in Mozambique and Zambia, Targets Operational Stability in 2026 Amid a challenging operating environment, gemstone producer Gemfields has reported that operational disruptions at its key mining assets weighed on production and cash generation for the financial year ended December 31. The company cited interruptions at its 75%-owned Montepuez Ruby Mining (MRM) operation in Mozambique and at the Kagem emerald mine in Zambia as major factors affecting performance. In a trading update, Chief Executive Officer Sean Gilbertson explained that delays in… Read More Here
Rome Resources Reports Strong Tin Intercepts at Kalayi Prospect, Expanding Resource Potential 4 Mining in DRC Corporate News New Mining Projects Tin 

Rome Resources Reports Strong Tin Intercepts at Kalayi Prospect, Expanding Resource Potential

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Rome Resources Reports Widest Tin Intercept Yet at Kalayi in DRC, Boosting Confidence in Large-Scale Resource Expansion Rome Resources has announced encouraging drilling results from its Kalayi prospect, located within the Bisie North project area in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The latest findings continue to confirm the presence of high-grade tin mineralisation and strengthen the company’s confidence in the project’s long-term development potential. The standout result comes from drill hole KBDD033, which delivered the widest tin-bearing intercept recorded at the Kalayi prospect to date. Initial on-site X-ray fluorescence… Read More Here
Jubilee Metals Advances Molefe Mine Expansion Following Strong Copper Drill Results 5 Drilling Corporate News Mining in Zambia New Mining Projects 

Jubilee Metals Advances Molefe Mine Expansion Following Strong Copper Drill Results

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Jubilee Metals Confirms High-Grade Copper Continuity at Molefe Mine, Strengthening Feed Supply to Sable Refinery Jubilee Metals Group has reported encouraging results from its Phase 1 infill drilling programme at the Molefe mine, reinforcing confidence in the continuity and quality of near-surface copper oxide mineralisation. The findings support the company’s expansion plans and its broader strategy to secure reliable, high-grade copper feedstock from owned resources to sustain its growing processing operations in Zambia. The Molefe operation is strategically located within trucking distance of Jubilee’s Sable Refinery, enabling efficient transport and… Read More Here
Manono Lithium Project Set to Transform the DRC’s Role in the Global Battery Supply Chain 6 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Investment News Lithium New Mining Projects 

Manono Lithium Project Set to Transform the DRC’s Role in the Global Battery Supply Chain

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DRC’s Manono Lithium Mine Could Supply 5% of Global Demand by 2028 as Zijin Advances $1.4 Billion Project A massive lithium development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is poised to redefine Africa’s position in the global battery materials market. Zijin Mining Group is preparing to launch one of the world’s largest lithium operations in the mineral-rich region of Manono, marking a significant milestone for the country’s mining sector. The project has been progressing steadily since 2023, when Zijin secured rights to develop the deposit. Once fully operational, the… Read More Here
EU Launches Trade and Digital Skills Projects to Strengthen the Lobito Corridor 7 Mining in DRC Transport and Logistics 

EU Launches Trade and Digital Skills Projects to Strengthen the Lobito Corridor

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European Union Invests €11 Million in Lobito Corridor Projects to Boost Trade, Logistics, and Youth Employment in the DRC The European Union has launched two strategic development projects along the Lobito Corridor on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Kolwezi, Lualaba Province. The first project, valued at €6 million, focuses on facilitating trade by simplifying customs and regulatory procedures, improving cross-border efficiency, and reducing administrative bottlenecks. The second project, funded with €5 million, aims to strengthen digital skills among young people living along the corridor, equipping them with competencies that can… Read More Here
Kakobola Hydropower Plant Commissioned to Expand Electricity Access in Kwilu Province 8 Mining in DRC Hydro power plant 

Kakobola Hydropower Plant Commissioned to Expand Electricity Access in Kwilu Province

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DRC Inaugurates 10.5 MW Kakobola Hydropower Plant to Power 400,000 Residents and Boost Regional Development The Democratic Republic of the Congo has taken another significant step in advancing its national electrification agenda with the official inauguration of the Kakobola Hydroelectric Power Plant in Gungu Territory, Kwilu Province. The inauguration ceremony was held under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, Félix Tshisekedi, and attended by the Minister of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity, Aimé Sakombi Molendo. With an installed capacity of 10.5 megawatts (MW), the Kakobola facility utilizes run-of-river… Read More Here
KCM’s Copper Grade A “REC” Brand Reinstated by LME After Responsible Minerals Audit 9 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News 

KCM’s Copper Grade A “REC” Brand Reinstated by LME After Responsible Minerals Audit

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Konkola Copper Mines Regains LME Copper Grade A “REC” Certification Following Independent Audit Konkola Copper Mines plc announced that the London Metal Exchange (LME) has reinstated its Copper Grade A “REC” brand, restoring the company’s full market trading status. The reinstatement follows a comprehensive independent audit conducted under the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process by the Responsible Minerals Initiative. The audit confirmed that KCM complies fully with internationally recognised standards for responsible sourcing, supply chain transparency, and due diligence. Acting CEO Malcolm Mewett described the decision as a major endorsement of… Read More Here
MMG Kinsevere Strengthens University Partnerships to Support Mining Sector Transformation in the DRC 10 Mining in DRC 

MMG Kinsevere Strengthens University Partnerships to Support Mining Sector Transformation in the DRC

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MMG Kinsevere, Gécamines and KCC Promote Industry–University Collaboration as DRC Mining Sector Shifts to Sulfide Processing and Advanced Technologies MMG Limited’s Kinsevere operation participated in the third edition of the Industry University Forum organized by New Horizons University (UNH), alongside major players in the mining sector, including Gécamines, Kamoto Copper Company (KCC), Mutanda Mining (MUMI), and KICO. The forum focused on the evolution of engineering education in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the growing need for universities to align training programs with the technical demands of a rapidly… Read More Here

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