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DRC’s Power Demand Boom Underscores Need for Massive Energy Investment 1 Mining in DRC Electricity 

DRC’s Power Demand Boom Underscores Need for Massive Energy Investment

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DRC Electricity Demand Surges 18.2% Despite Supply Constraints, Highlighting Urgent Need for Power and Infrastructure Investment Electricity demand is rising rapidly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, signaling an economy in motion but also exposing deep structural constraints in the country’s energy system. In 2024, electricity consumption increased by 18.2%, driven largely by expanding industrial activity, particularly in the Maluku Special Economic Zone. The surge represents a significant milestone for a country where access to reliable energy remains limited. However, the growth in demand was not matched by supply.… Read More Here
Epiroc Secures Major Order for Autonomous Electric Drill Fleet in Africa 2 International Corporate News Equipment & Technology Mining Equipment 

Epiroc Secures Major Order for Autonomous Electric Drill Fleet in Africa

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Epiroc Wins SKr380 Million Contract for Autonomous Electric Pit Viper Drill Rigs to Boost Safety and Zero-Emission Mining in Africa Mining and infrastructure productivity and sustainability solutions provider Epiroc has secured a large order for autonomous, electric-powered surface mining equipment in Africa, reinforcing the industry’s transition toward safer and lower-emission operations. The customer has placed an order for a fleet of Pit Viper 275 E blasthole drill rigs the cable-electric version of the company’s high-capacity surface drilling platform. The machines will operate fully autonomously and are designed to enhance operational… Read More Here
Zambia Railways Secures Financial Advisor to Drive $60 Million Infrastructure Upgrade 3 Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

Zambia Railways Secures Financial Advisor to Drive $60 Million Infrastructure Upgrade

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Zambia Railways Partners with Pangaea Securities to Raise $60 Million for Rail Modernization Zambia Railways Limited has appointed Pangaea Securities as Transaction Advisor to help secure US$60 million in financing from Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) and private investors. The funding initiative marks a key step in revitalizing the country’s rail network and strengthening its role in regional trade and logistics. The planned financing will complement a €50 million grant provided through the European Union under its Railway Sector Support Programme (RSSP). The program is designed to rehabilitate critical sections of… Read More Here
DRC Moves to Reassert Control Over Kakanda Mine After Deadly Landslide 4 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

DRC Moves to Reassert Control Over Kakanda Mine After Deadly Landslide

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DRC Government Orders Evacuation of Illegal Miners from Kakanda Following Fatal Landslide The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has initiated decisive steps to regain authority over a contested mining concession in Kakanda, after a tragic landslide claimed the lives of 11 people during the night of March 10–11, 2026. The site, operated by Boss Mining, had been taken over by unauthorized artisanal miners following the suspension of industrial operations. Authorities now aim to restore order, improve safety, and reestablish formal mining activities. Government Launches Evacuation and Relocation Strategy… Read More Here
Copper Intelligence Launches Drilling Program at Butembo Copper Project in DRC 5 Mining in DRC Copper Drilling Investment News New Mining Projects 

Copper Intelligence Launches Drilling Program at Butembo Copper Project in DRC

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Copper Intelligence Initiates Butembo Drilling Campaign to Explore Copper Potential in Eastern DRC Copper Intelligence (formerly African Discovery Group, AFDG) has announced the deployment of a drill rig at its Butembo copper project in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initiative, in partnership with South Africa’s Gemdrill, aims to further assess the site’s geology and evaluate mineralization at depth. The company plans to begin drilling in mid-April 2026, although timelines could be affected by customs procedures and local road conditions. Preliminary analysis of core samples is expected by early… Read More Here
Zambia Launches Major Environmental Remediation at Sino-Metals After Tailings Dam Collapse 6 Mining in Zambia Corporate News Mining safety Safety & Health 

Zambia Launches Major Environmental Remediation at Sino-Metals After Tailings Dam Collapse

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Zambia Orders Comprehensive Clean-Up at Sino-Metals Following Tailings Dam Disaster The Government of Zambia has officially launched a large-scale environmental remediation program at Sino-Metals Leach Limited following the collapse of Tailings Dam Number 15 in February 2025, which led to widespread contamination of local waterways. Water and Sanitation Development Minister Collins Nzovu officiated the launch in Chambishi, emphasizing that the clean-up is not a routine corporate exercise but a critical national effort to protect water resources and safeguard the health and livelihoods of affected communities. The 2025 dam failure released… Read More Here
DRC Ministry of Mines Launches Joint Inspection at TFM Following Air Pollution Allegations 7 Mining in DRC Corporate News Mining safety 

DRC Ministry of Mines Launches Joint Inspection at TFM Following Air Pollution Allegations

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DRC Mines Ministry Investigates Tenke Fungurume Mining Over Lualaba Air Quality Concerns The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ministry of Mines announced on March 18, 2026, the deployment of a joint inspection mission to the Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) site, a subsidiary of China Molybdenum Company (CMOC), following allegations of air pollution affecting communities in Lualaba province. The move comes after a report by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) highlighted concerns about declining air quality around the mine. The ministry emphasized that, at this stage, the allegations remain largely based on… Read More Here
President Hichilema Warns Against Fuel Hoarding Amid Global Energy Crisis 8 Mining in Zambia Oil & Gas Petroleum 

President Hichilema Warns Against Fuel Hoarding Amid Global Energy Crisis

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Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema Condemns Fuel Hoarding, Calls for Supply Chain Stability President Hakainde Hichilema has issued a stern warning to oil marketing companies against hoarding fuel and creating artificial shortages, describing such practices as sabotage against the Zambian people. Speaking at a high-level meeting with petroleum industry stakeholders in Lusaka, convened to discuss the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict on global energy markets, President Hichilema questioned why filling stations continue to run dry despite Zambia holding between 30 and 60 days of fuel reserves. “Our clear priority… Read More Here
TFM Responds to EIA Report, Reinforces Commitment to Environmental and Community Safety 9 Mining in DRC Corporate News Mining safety Safety & Health 

TFM Responds to EIA Report, Reinforces Commitment to Environmental and Community Safety

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Tenke Fungurume Mining Clarifies Facts After EIA Report on 30K Plant Environmental Performance Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has addressed the report published on March 9, 2026, by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), which assessed the environmental performance of TFM’s 30K processing plant. While TFM recognizes the importance of independent evaluations regarding health, occupational safety, environmental protection, and community welfare, the report contains several claims that are factually inaccurate or based on unverified assumptions. TFM considers it essential to set the record straight. Since January 29, TFM has responded openly to… Read More Here
TFM Transforms Fungurume: 15 Years of Sustainable Community Development 10 Mining in DRC Corporate News Corporate social responsibility 

TFM Transforms Fungurume: 15 Years of Sustainable Community Development

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TFM’s CSR Programs Drive Health, Education, and Infrastructure Growth in Fungurume Since breaking ground on its mine in 2006, Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has actively implemented a comprehensive corporate social responsibility (CSR) program. From the outset, the company prioritized key social areas and designed recovery programs to benefit the surrounding communities. Health and education were the primary focus, followed by initiatives in agriculture and infrastructure. Complementary programs included training in savings and credit management, as well as the creation of income-generating activities for local residents. These programs were informed by… Read More Here

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