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Lobito Atlantic Railway Launches First Ethical Copper and Cobalt Shipment from DRC to Global Markets

February 15, 2026February 16, 2026 Constance

Lobito Atlantic Railway Facilitates First Copper and Cobalt Shipment from DRC to Global Markets In a landmark milestone for the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) and Trafigura announced the first delivery of copper and cobalt along the corridor linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to Angola’s deep-water port of Lobito. EGC, a state-owned entity responsible for purchasing cobalt from artisanal producers in the DRC, has partnered with Trafigura, which markets EGC-supplied cobalt globally. EGC CEO Eric Kalala highlighted that using the LAR demonstrates that ethical,… Read More Here

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US Firm Virtus Minerals to Acquire Chemaf as Washington Strengthens Critical Minerals Strategy in the DRC

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026 Constance

US-Backed Firm Virtus Minerals Moves to Acquire Congolese Copper and Cobalt Producer Chemaf A US-based company led by former military and intelligence officials has agreed to acquire Chemaf SA, a financially distressed Congolese copper and cobalt producer that has become central to Washington’s strategy to secure critical mineral supply chains. Virtus Minerals Inc. has reached an agreement to purchase Chemaf for an undisclosed amount and to assume all of the company’s liabilities, including significant debt. The transaction is expected to be accompanied by capital investments totaling up to US$750 million,… Read More Here

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U.S. Expands Strategic Footprint in Africa’s Critical Minerals Through Glencore Deal

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 Constance

U.S.-Backed Orion Consortium Acquires 40% Stake in Glencore’s DRC Copper and Cobalt Assets The United States is strengthening its presence in Africa’s critical minerals sector after Glencore PLC agreed to sell a 40% stake in its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) copper and cobalt operations to the U.S.-backed Orion Critical Minerals Consortium (Orion CMC). The transaction, announced on Tuesday, values the assets at approximately $9 billion, including debt, and covers Glencore’s Mutanda Mining (MUMI) and Kamoto Copper Company (KCC) operations. These projects rank among the largest Western-owned producers of cobalt… Read More Here

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DRC Copper and Cobalt Prices Edge Lower as Global Market Pressures Persist

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 Constance

Copper and Cobalt Prices in DRC Expected to Dip Slightly Amid Global Market Uncertainty Prices of copper and cobalt two of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s most important mineral exports are expected to record modest declines on international markets during the week of January 26–31, 2026, according to projections from the National Market Commission under the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Copper is forecast to trade at about $13,031 per tonne, down from $13,179 the previous week, representing a decline of roughly $148 per tonne. Cobalt prices are expected to remain… Read More Here

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Tin Prices Surge in DRC Exports While Copper and Cobalt Face Slight Declines

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 Constance

DRC Mining Exports Show Divergent Trends as Tin Surges While Copper and Cobalt Dip The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) mining export market is showing mixed trends for the week of January 26–31, 2026, with tin prices rising sharply while copper and cobalt experience modest declines. According to projections from the National Market Commission of the Ministry of Foreign Trade, tin is expected to reach $52,383 per ton, up $5,703 from $46,680 the previous week. This represents one of the largest recent weekly increases for the strategic metal, driven by… Read More Here

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DRC Removes 13,587 Children from Cobalt Mines, Reinforces School Integration

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 Constance

DRC Announces Major Milestone: Over 13,500 Children Withdrawn from Cobalt Mines and Enrolled in Schools On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) announced a major achievement in combating child labor. A total of 13,587 children have been removed from cobalt mines and successfully reintegrated into the school system, according to Richie Lontulungu, Deputy Technical Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH). “The Davos audience welcomed the news that 13,587 children were withdrawn from cobalt mines through the Project to Support the Alternative… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Aerial Mineral Survey Hits 52.8% Completion, Boosting Investment Potential

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Constance

Zambia Mineral Mapping Survey 52.8% Complete, Unlocking Copper, Cobalt, Lithium, and Nickel Investment Opportunities Zambia’s nationwide aerial mineral mapping survey has reached 52.8% completion, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to unlock its mineral potential and attract new investment. According to a statement from the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Permanent Secretary Dr. Hapenga M. Kabeta highlighted that the high-resolution airborne geophysical survey is modernizing Zambia’s geological database and opening new opportunities for mineral exploration, especially in under-explored regions. Dr. Kabeta emphasized that the survey is a… Read More Here

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Buenassa and Gécamines Compete for Control of Chemaf Mining Assets

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Constance

Chemaf Sale Highlights Clash Over Mining Sovereignty and Critical Minerals Strategy in the DRC In Katanga, the future of the Chemaf mining company has emerged as one of the most sensitive and closely watched issues in the Congolese mining sector. The contest between Buenassa and state-owned Gécamines reflects two competing visions of mining sovereignty in the Democratic Republic of Congo, against a backdrop of intensifying global competition for critical minerals, particularly copper and cobalt. Buenassa recently announced that it was seeking financial support to acquire a strategic local mining asset… Read More Here

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Copper and Cobalt Outlook Brightens for the DRC as Supply Risks Shape 2026 Markets

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Constance

Copper Hits Record Highs and Cobalt Surges as DRC Supply Decisions Shape 2026 Price Outlook Amid operational disruptions and policy-driven supply constraints, market specialists expect the balance between global supply and demand to remain the key driver of copper and cobalt price trends in 2026. These developments are being closely monitored by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), one of the world’s leading producers of both metals. Copper prices reached new all-time highs at the start of 2026, extending a strong upward trajectory that began in 2025. While cobalt has… Read More Here

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Zambia Benefits from Cobalt Price Surge Amid Supply-Driven Market Shock

January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 Constance

Cobalt Prices Soar 130% in 2025: Economic Implications and Opportunities for Zambia Cobalt prices have surged by approximately 130% since early 2025, reaching over US$56,200 per tonne. This spike is primarily a supply-driven shock rather than a structural shift in the global cobalt market. The rally has been largely triggered by policy and regulatory restrictions in major producing countries, which have tightened supply in an already highly concentrated market. When supply is constrained administratively, prices often react sharply and can overshoot in the short term. From a fundamentals perspective, global… Read More Here