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International Press Release Uranium 

Namibia Strengthens Uranium Market with Exploration and Production (E&P) Expansion

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 9, 2025/ — Namibia is expanding its uranium industry through a combination of established operations and new Exploration and Production (E&P) initiatives. With an average production of 5,613 metric tons in recent years, Namibia has solidified its position as the world’s third-largest uranium producer. As global interest in uranium increases to meet growing demand for nuclear electricity, the country is intensifying cooperation with international E&P companies to unlock the full potential of its uranium market. The upcoming African Mining Week – taking place October 1-3… Read More Here
Events & Expos Mining in DRC Sponsored Content 

DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum back with big move to Kolwezi in September

“The industry has spoken, and we have listened” It’s official, DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum is moving to Kolwezi and is taking place from 29-30 September 2025. In what is already the third edition of this event, the focus is on the region’s potential in the global energy transition, including leveraging the DRC and Zambia’s significant cobalt and copper resources for battery precursor manufacturing. Overall, the DRC envisions a future where it plays a pivotal role in the global battery metals supply chain, contributing to the energy transition while fostering economic… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Transport and Logistics 

DRC Prime Minister Calls for Acceleration of Lobito Corridor Development

Speaking at the 38th Meeting of the Council of Ministers at the African Union City, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka emphasized the urgent need to accelerate development projects along the Lobito Corridor. In her address, the Prime Minister highlighted the Italian government’s launch of a new partnership model with Africa, rooted in the Mattei Plan—an initiative focused on fostering equitable and mutually beneficial cooperation. The Mattei Plan prioritizes joint identification of development priorities in collaboration with African nations. Prime Minister Suminwa Tuluka noted that connectivity infrastructure, particularly the Lobito Corridor,… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia 

Seneca Commodities-Zambia and LVC Global Partner to Strengthen U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chain

Seneca Commodities–Zambia and LVC Global Holdings have entered into a strategic joint venture aimed at optimizing and monetizing commodities trading across emerging and frontier markets. The partnership will focus on the extraction and supply of precious metals, strategic metals, critical minerals, and rare earth elements—resources vital to advanced technologies, energy transition, and defense systems. This joint venture targets investors, commodities traders, and mining asset operators seeking to supply intermediate ores and raw materials to global buyers, particularly those in the United States and allied markets. The initiative is designed to… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Copper Hydro power plant 

Ivanhoe Mines Reports Significantly Increased Hydroelectric Power Availability for Kamoa-Kakula

Ivanhoe Mines’ (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chair Robert Friedland and President & Chief Executive Officer Marna Cloete announced today, alongside the company’s first-quarter production results, that Kamoa-Kakula has reached a major turning point following a significant increase in imported hydroelectric power in recent weeks enabling the start-up of the new on-site copper smelter. Imported hydroelectric power increased by 20 megawatts (MW) to 70 MW in mid-March. Imported hydropower is expected to increase further to 100 MW imminently, representing a 100% increase over recent weeks. Kamoa-Kakula delivered record production during… Read More Here
Mining in Zambia Oil & Gas Petroleum 

Zambia’s First Diesel Offloading Marks Key Milestone in Energy Reform

The offloading of Zambia’s first diesel consignment under the newly introduced Open Access Framework has officially begun at the TAZAMA tanks in Dar es Salaam, marking a significant step in the country’s petroleum sector reform. The inaugural shipment, totaling 95,000 metric tonnes of diesel under Lot 1 for April 2025, is the first to be imported by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) using the Open Access model. This new framework allows independent importation of petroleum products through the TAZAMA Pipeline, aiming to enhance fuel supply efficiency and foster competition within the… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Mining Personality 

Bin Nassor Elected to Lead DRC Chamber of Mines as TFM Returns to Power

The election of Bin Nassor as President of the Chamber of Mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) marks the return of mining giant Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) to the leadership of the country’s key mining institution. TFM, a major player in the Congolese mining sector, previously held this position several years ago. Nassor represented the CMOC Group, parent company of both Kisanfu Mining and TFM. The election was held on Thursday, April 3, 2025, under the auspices of the Chamber of Mines—a commission of the Federation of Congolese… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

China Molybdenum’s DRC Operations Drive Record Growth and Strategic Dominance

Mining giant China Molybdenum Co. Ltd. (CMOC)—a key player in the Democratic Republic of Congo through its operations at Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) and Kisanfu Mining (KFM)—achieved a significant milestone in 2024, posting impressive financial and operational results that solidify its status among the world’s top producers of strategic metals. According to the company, net profit attributable to shareholders rose by 64% to USD 1.9 billion, while revenue increased by 14.37% to reach USD 29.85 billion. CMOC also reported exceptional growth in operating cash flow, which surged by 108.38% to… Read More Here
Mining in DRC Governance 

Miguel Kashal Presents 2024 Subcontracting Report to President Tshisekedi

The Director General of the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP), Miguel Kashal Katemb, met with President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi on Thursday, April 3, 2025, to present an update on the state of subcontracting activities across the Democratic Republic of Congo. During the audience, Katemb delivered a partial report on the 2024 financial year and outlined progress made in implementing instructions received during earlier meetings with the President—particularly the one held on September 18, 2024. That meeting had focused on improving oversight and transparency in the use of… Read More Here
International Economy 

IMF Warns U.S. Tariffs Could Deepen Global Economic Strain

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has warned that newly announced U.S. tariffs pose a “significant risk” to the global economy, particularly at a time of slow and fragile growth. In a statement released today, Georgieva stressed the need for constructive dialogue between the U.S. and its trading partners to avoid further economic disruption. “We are still assessing the macroeconomic implications of the announced tariff measures, but they clearly represent a significant risk to the global outlook at a time of sluggish growth,” she said. “It is important… Read More Here

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