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SOKIMO Suspends Cooperative Mining Operations in Ituri Amid Governance Review 1 Mining in DRC 

SOKIMO Suspends Cooperative Mining Operations in Ituri Amid Governance Review

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SOKIMO halts mining activities in Ituri cooperatives as Kinshasa talks target governance reforms and sector cleanup The Kilo-Moto Mining Company (SOKIMO) has engaged mining cooperatives and key stakeholders in Kinshasa for a series of working sessions aimed at reshaping the future of mining operations within its concessions in Ituri province. The discussions follow a recent field mission to Ituri by SOKIMO’s senior management, which identified several operational and governance challenges affecting some local mining cooperatives. These included issues related to compliance with commitments, organizational capacity, and overall management practices. In… Read More Here
DRC Launches “BUANYA” Excellence Awards to Strengthen Mining Governance Through Young Professionals 2 Mining in DRC 

DRC Launches “BUANYA” Excellence Awards to Strengthen Mining Governance Through Young Professionals

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DRC Ministry of Mines awards ENA graduates under BUANYA initiative to promote transparency and reform in mining sector The Ministry of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo held the official awards ceremony for the “BUANYA” excellence competition on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the Pullman Grand Hotel in Kinshasa. Launched by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba, the initiative is designed to engage graduates of the National School of Administration (ENA) in strengthening governance, transparency, and performance across the country’s strategic mining sector. The ceremony was attended by senior… Read More Here
DRC Parliament Raises Alarm Over Environmental Impact of Ruashi Mining Operations in Kolwezi 3 Mining in DRC Corporate News Mining safety Safety & Health 

DRC Parliament Raises Alarm Over Environmental Impact of Ruashi Mining Operations in Kolwezi

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DRC National Assembly reviews pollution allegations against Ruashi Mining amid health and environmental concerns in Kolwezi The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Assembly has received a formal motion highlighting serious environmental and public health concerns linked to the activities of Ruashi Mining in Kolwezi, located in Lualaba province. The motion was introduced by National Deputy Eddy Ilunga Mbuyu, who is calling for government intervention to address pollution concerns raised by residents living near the mining site, particularly in the Ilungu district. He urged authorities to halt operations until adequate measures… Read More Here
Vedanta Raises Copper Investment Firepower Through Partial CopperTech Stake Sale 4 Investment News Copper Corporate News Mining in Zambia 

Vedanta Raises Copper Investment Firepower Through Partial CopperTech Stake Sale

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Vedanta sells 11.8% CopperTech stake to fund $372m expansion of Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines UK-based Vedanta Resources is restructuring part of its asset portfolio to raise capital for expansion of its copper operations in Zambia, as global demand for the metal continues to strengthen. The company has announced plans to sell 11.8%, or approximately 23.5 million shares, in its US-based subsidiary CopperTech Metals Inc. The transaction is expected to generate net proceeds of up to $429 million, with around $372 million earmarked for investment in Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines (KCM)… Read More Here
G7 Critical Minerals Strategy Triggers China’s BRICS-Led Supply Chain Realignment 5 International Economy 

G7 Critical Minerals Strategy Triggers China’s BRICS-Led Supply Chain Realignment

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G7 push to cut China rare earth dependence sparks BRICS cooperation as Beijing strengthens global minerals strategy The Group of Seven (G7) has intensified efforts to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals, a move that is prompting a coordinated geopolitical response from Beijing through deeper cooperation within the BRICS bloc. G7 leaders have agreed to work toward lowering dependence on China for rare earth elements and permanent magnets to below 60% by 2030, with a longer-term target of 50%. The strategy includes joint stockpiling arrangements, expanded recycling capacity, and… Read More Here
Atomic Eagle Secures Key Regulatory Approvals for Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia 6 Mining in Zambia Corporate News New Mining Projects Uranium 

Atomic Eagle Secures Key Regulatory Approvals for Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia

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Atomic Eagle obtains ZEMA approval and resettlement clearance for Zambia’s Muntanga uranium project, advancing development stage Australian-based uranium developer Atomic Eagle Limited has reached a major regulatory milestone at its flagship Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia, securing two critical government approvals that significantly advance the project toward development. The company confirmed that the Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) has approved the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the project. In addition, the Office of the Vice President’s Resettlement Division has issued a “No Objection” to the Resettlement Action Plan… Read More Here
Zambia Inflation Falls to Lowest Level Since 2018 as Economic Recovery Strengthens 7 Mining in Zambia Economy 

Zambia Inflation Falls to Lowest Level Since 2018 as Economic Recovery Strengthens

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Zambia inflation drops to 6.5% in June 2026, lowest since 2018, driven by strong kwacha and copper exports Zambia’s inflation rate has fallen to its lowest level since 2018, marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing economic recovery. The decline reflects a steady easing of price pressures across key sectors and reinforces growing signs of macroeconomic stabilisation following several years of volatility. According to the Zambia Statistics Agency, consumer inflation declined to 6.5% year-on-year in June, slightly lower than the 6.6% recorded in May. On a month-on-month basis, prices increased… Read More Here
Prospect Resources Advances Mumbezhi Toward Tier-1 Copper Development 8 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News New Mining Projects 

Prospect Resources Advances Mumbezhi Toward Tier-1 Copper Development

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Prospect Resources Builds Momentum at Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia Prospect Resources is rapidly establishing itself as a significant player in the global copper sector through the advancement of its flagship Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia. Located in one of Africa’s premier mining jurisdictions, the project is emerging as a substantial copper development opportunity at a time when demand for the red metal continues to strengthen, driven by electrification, renewable energy infrastructure and growing industrial requirements worldwide. The Mumbezhi Copper Project is situated in Zambia’s North-Western Province, a region that… Read More Here
Kobold Metals’ Benjamin Katabuka Calls for Greater Geological Knowledge to Accelerate Mineral Discovery 9 Mining in DRC Corporate News Events & Expos 

Kobold Metals’ Benjamin Katabuka Calls for Greater Geological Knowledge to Accelerate Mineral Discovery

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Kobold Metals Highlights AI-Powered Exploration and Long-Term Mining Opportunities in the DRC Speaking during the panel discussion titled “Mining Exploration: From Geological Uncertainty to Strategic Planning” at DRC Mining Week 2026, Benjamin Katabuka, Managing Director of Kobold Metals DRC, outlined the company’s vision for the future of mineral exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Addressing participants gathered at the Pullman Lubumbashi Grand Karavia conference venue, Katabuka emphasized that one of the country’s biggest challenges remains the lack of detailed geological data across large parts of the DRC. Despite… Read More Here
DEWATERING & LIGHTING SOLUTIONS BY ATLAS COPCO 10 Corporate News Sponsored Content 

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