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FQM Seeks Partner for Giant Argentina Copper Project as Global Demand Surges

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026 Constance0 comment

First Quantum Minerals Explores Stake Sale in Argentina’s Taca Taca Copper Project Amid Global Copper Race First Quantum Minerals is exploring the sale of a minority stake in its Taca Taca copper project in Argentina, as major mining companies and strategic investors compete to secure exposure to one of the world’s most important metals. The Canadian mining company, which operates copper mines in Zambia and Panama, has started discussions with potential investors for a stake in the large undeveloped project, according to people familiar with the matter. Potential buyers are… Read More Here

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Africa Looks to Critical Minerals as Foundation for Industrial Development

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026 Constance0 comment

Africa Aims to Use Critical Minerals to Boost Industrialisation and Economic Transformation African countries are seeking to transform their vast reserves of critical minerals into a foundation for industrialisation, economic growth and greater participation in global supply chains. For decades, many African nations have exported raw minerals with limited processing taking place on the continent. However, rising global demand for minerals essential to clean energy technologies, electric vehicles, batteries and advanced industries has created an opportunity for countries to capture more value from their natural resources. Critical minerals such as… Read More Here

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Louis Watum Targets Another Copper Milestone with New Kasai Project

July 18, 2026July 18, 2026 Constance0 comment

Louis Watum Advances Kasai Copper Project as Congo Strengthens Position in Global Copper Market Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Minister of Mines Louis Watum is supporting the development of a major copper project in the Kasai region as the country seeks to expand its mining footprint and unlock new mineral resources. The Kasai copper project represents a potential new chapter for the DRC’s mining sector, which is already one of the world’s leading sources of copper and cobalt. The initiative aligns with the government’s strategy to increase mineral production, attract… Read More Here

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DRC Mining Export Prices Mixed as Gold, Cobalt and Tin Rise While Copper and Nickel Decline

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mining Export Prices Update: Gold, Cobalt and Tin Gain as Copper, Nickel Fall The prices of several mining commodities exported by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recorded mixed movements during the week of July 13–18, according to the latest price list released by the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Gold, Cobalt and Tin Record Gains Among the commodities posting gains, cobalt edged up from US$55,613.00 to US$55,618.00 per tonne. Gold also strengthened, rising from US$130.77 to US$134.30 per kilogram. Zinc increased from US$3,494.90 to US$3,540.90 per tonne, while niobium… Read More Here

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DRC’s Mineral Trade Faces Pressure as Health Crisis Threatens Mining Operations

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 Constance0 comment

DR Congo Health Crisis Raises Concerns Over Cobalt and Critical Mineral Supply Chains The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing growing concerns over the impact of a worsening health crisis on its critical mineral industry, with potential consequences for the country’s mineral trade and global supply chains. The DRC is the world’s leading producer of cobalt and a major supplier of other strategic minerals, including copper and lithium-related resources, which are essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies and advanced manufacturing. The health challenges have raised concerns among industry… Read More Here

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Shuka Minerals Advances Kabwe Exploration as Eighth Drill Hole Confirms Zinc and Copper Potential

July 14, 2026July 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

Shuka Minerals Completes Eighth Drill Hole at Zambia’s Kabwe Mine, Identifies Copper and Zinc Mineralisation Shuka Minerals has completed its eighth exploration drill hole at the Kabwe Zinc Mine in Zambia, with early results continuing to highlight the potential of previously underexplored sections of the historic mining area. The completed drill hole, known as KBDD08, targeted the Speaks and Mine Club zones, located about 1 km north-west of the Pit 2 area where the company has previously conducted exploration activities. The drilling programme is aimed at improving understanding of the… Read More Here

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DRC Chooses Mota-Engil for Lobito Corridor Railway Upgrade to Boost Copper and Cobalt Exports

July 13, 2026July 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

DR Congo Approves Mota-Engil Partnership to Revamp Lobito Corridor Railway Linking Copper and Cobalt Mines to Global Markets The Democratic Republic of Congo has approved a partnership with Portuguese construction and engineering company Mota-Engil SGPS SA to rehabilitate a critical railway network that will strengthen the country’s access to global markets for copper and cobalt. The project forms part of the Congolese section of the Lobito Corridor, a strategic infrastructure route designed to connect mineral-rich regions of Central Africa with Angola’s Atlantic port of Lobito. The rehabilitation will be carried… Read More Here

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Africa’s Mineral Giants Hold Strategic Resources for the Global Economy

July 11, 2026July 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Africa’s Mineral Wealth Gains Global Attention as Guinea, DRC, Morocco and South Africa Lead Key Reserves Africa is home to some of the world’s largest mineral reserves, with countries such as Guinea, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Morocco and South Africa playing a major role in supplying resources essential to industry, technology and the global energy transition. The continent’s mineral wealth includes major deposits of bauxite, cobalt, copper, phosphate, platinum-group metals and other strategic resources. As demand increases for electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, batteries and advanced technologies, Africa’s… Read More Here

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Africa’s Critical Minerals Draw Global Attention as Demand for AI and Clean Energy Materials Surges

July 11, 2026July 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Africa’s Critical Minerals Draw Global Attention as Demand for AI and Clean Energy Materials Surges Africa is emerging as a key player in the global race for critical minerals, with the continent holding significant deposits of resources essential for artificial intelligence, renewable energy technologies and advanced industries. The continent is estimated to hold a substantial share of the world’s critical mineral reserves, including cobalt, copper, lithium, graphite, manganese and rare earth elements. These minerals are increasingly important for manufacturing electric vehicles, batteries, renewable energy systems, data centres and other technologies… Read More Here

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Xtract Resources Advances Silverking Copper-Silver Project as Processing Operations Begin in Zambia

July 11, 2026July 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Xtract Resources’ Silverking Copper-Silver Project in Zambia Begins Initial Production as Plant Ramp-Up Continues London-listed Xtract Resources has announced that initial production has commenced at the Silverking copper-silver project in Zambia, where its joint venture partner, Oval Mining, has started processing mixed oxide-sulphide ore through the project’s flotation plant. The company said the operation has entered the early production phase, with the processing plant now handling ore from the open pit as the project moves towards higher and more consistent operating levels. Oval has recently upgraded the flotation plant to… Read More Here