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President Tshisekedi Oversees Renegotiation of Mining Contract with Chinese Group 1 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

President Tshisekedi Oversees Renegotiation of Mining Contract with Chinese Group

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In Kinshasa this Thursday, President Félix Tshisekedi led the signing of the renegotiated mining contract with the Chinese Enterprises Group (GEC), marking the fifth amendment to the collaboration agreement initiated in April 2008 for mining and infrastructure projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The contract amendment aims to establish a mutually beneficial partnership, including a significant increase in infrastructure investment from USD 3.2 billion to USD 7 billion, with plans for constructing approximately 5,000 km of roads, according to Alexis Gisaro, Minister of State for Infrastructure and Public… Read More Here
DRC Grants $3.5M to Buenassa for Copper-Cobalt Plant 2 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt Copper 

DRC Grants $3.5M to Buenassa for Copper-Cobalt Plant

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Buenassa SARL has been granted $3.5 million by the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Industry Promotion Fund to facilitate the establishment of a copper and cobalt refinery in Lualaba province. The company announced this development in a recent press release. The funding, allocated by the Industry Minister Julien Paluku, is intended to kickstart the project aimed at bridging the gap between mining and the production of battery precursors. The initial focus will be on conducting studies, with production slated to commence in 2027. Buenassa SARL has set ambitious targets of producing… Read More Here
KoBold Metals Leads the Charge in Mineral Exploration for Energy Transition 3 Mining in Zambia Battery Metals Cobalt Copper Exploration Lithium 

KoBold Metals Leads the Charge in Mineral Exploration for Energy Transition

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KoBold Metals, a pioneering mining startup with backing from industry giants like Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, is optimistic about its prospects in uncovering crucial metals vital for the energy transition. The company’s enthusiasm surged following its recent breakthrough discovery of a substantial copper deposit in Zambia. According to Josh Goldman, KoBold Metals’ president, this find marks a significant milestone, especially amid the mining industry’s struggle to meet the growing demand for metals essential to the energy transition. Utilizing artificial intelligence to create a “treasure map,” KoBold Metals focuses on… Read More Here
Market Forecast: Cobalt, Nickel, and Lithium Prices to Decline by December 2024 4 International Battery Metals Cobalt Lithium Nickel 

Market Forecast: Cobalt, Nickel, and Lithium Prices to Decline by December 2024

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Goldman Sachs Predicts Drop in Key Minerals for Energy Transition Goldman Sachs, renowned for its market analysis, foresees a downturn in cobalt, nickel, and lithium prices by December 2024, essential minerals for the energy transition. Analysts attributed this projected decline to decreasing demand from the electric vehicle industry in Western nations. According to Goldman’s forecast estimates, cobalt prices are expected to decrease by 12%, nickel by 15%, and lithium by 25% over the next twelve months. The bank’s analysts emphasized that despite supply constraints in late 2023 due to margin… Read More Here
Federal Court Clears Tech Giants of DRC Cobalt Child Labor Accusations 5 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt 

Federal Court Clears Tech Giants of DRC Cobalt Child Labor Accusations

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A federal appeals court has dismissed a case accusing major technology companies, including Alphabet, Apple, Dell Technologies, Microsoft, and Tesla, of complicity in child labor practices within cobalt mining operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Sixteen plaintiffs, representing children allegedly affected by cobalt mining, brought the case to court. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled in favor of the technology companies, stating that their purchasing of cobalt did not constitute direct involvement in the use of child labor, as outlined in federal… Read More Here
Buenassa Secures $3.5M Grant for Sustainable Metal Refinery in DRC 6 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt Copper 

Buenassa Secures $3.5M Grant for Sustainable Metal Refinery in DRC

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Buenassa, a pioneering company in the metal processing and trading sector, has reached a significant milestone with the award of a $3.5 million grant from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Government through the Fonds de Promotion de l’Industrie (FPI). This grant marks the initial tranche of funding for Buenassa’s ambitious Project Preparation Facility, paving the way for an innovative copper and cobalt refinery project in the province of Lualaba. The venture represents not only a leap forward in industrial development but also a commitment to sustainable practices and… Read More Here
Gecamines Spearheads Efforts for Equity and Growth in the DRC's Mining Sector 7 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt Copper 

Gecamines Spearheads Efforts for Equity and Growth in the DRC’s Mining Sector

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he Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) state miner, Gecamines, is embarking on a comprehensive strategy to maximize returns from its copper and cobalt joint ventures. With a focus on renegotiating higher stakes and asserting greater influence in management, Gecamines aims to capitalize on the global demand for minerals crucial to the green energy transition. Gecamines, under the leadership of chairperson Guy Robert Lukama, is advocating for increased representation of local executives on joint venture boards to ensure more effective asset management and decision-making. Lukama emphasizes the need to rectify past… Read More Here
Gecamines Proposes Acquisition of ERG's DRC Assets 8 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

Gecamines Proposes Acquisition of ERG’s DRC Assets

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Gecamines, the state miner of Congo, has made a concrete offer to acquire select copper and cobalt assets from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) in the country. This move aims to regain control over projects previously owned by partners and bolster reserves in metals crucial for the green transition. According to Robert Lukama, Chairman of Gecamines, the mining unit is targeting three of ERG’s assets in Congo and has the necessary funding to support the purchase. While the specific projects or mines were not disclosed, ERG’s assets in the region include… Read More Here
Africa Nears Milestone with First Cobalt Sulphate Refinery 9 Battery Metals Cobalt Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Africa Nears Milestone with First Cobalt Sulphate Refinery

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Africa is on the brink of achieving a significant milestone with plans for its inaugural cobalt sulphate refinery, poised to be operational by the end of 2025. This development, spearheaded by Nigeria-based Africa Finance Corp. (AFC) and backed by mining luminary Mick Davis’ Vision Blue, marks a crucial step in diversifying the global battery supply chain beyond China, a dominant player in cobalt refining. Last week, AFC signed an expression of interest to provide $100 million in financing to Kobaloni Energy for the construction of the refinery in Zambia. According… Read More Here
EGC and Gécamines Forge Exclusive Agreement for Cobalt Mining Rights 10 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt 

EGC and Gécamines Forge Exclusive Agreement for Cobalt Mining Rights

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During the Mining Indaba event in Cape Town, South Africa, Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) and Gécamines announced an exclusive agreement granting mining rights for five squares to EGC. This deal empowers EGC to oversee artisanal cobalt mining fully. Established in 2019 as a Gécamines subsidiary, EGC monopolizes the purchase and sale of artisanal cobalt in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The recent agreement aims to normalize artisanal cobalt mining and promote local entrepreneurship, ensuring fair remuneration and better protections for workers. Gino Buhendwa Ntale, EGC’s Chairman, emphasized the importance… Read More Here

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