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Chile’s Copper Production Falls to Nine-Year Low, Highlighting Global Supply Pressures 1

Chile Records Lowest Monthly Copper Output in Nearly Nine Years Amid Ore Grade Challenges Chile, the world’s largest copper producer, reported its lowest monthly copper output in almost nine years, reflecting ongoing challenges from declining ore grades and underperformance at key mines. Production totaled 378,554 metric tons in February, down 8.5% from January and 4.8% compared with February of last year, according to figures released by the national statistics agency. This is the lowest monthly output since March 2017, when a strike temporarily halted operations at Escondida Mine, one of… Read More Here

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Glencore Bets on DRC Operations to Drive Copper and Cobalt Growth Strategy

March 31, 2026April 6, 2026 Constance

Glencore Expands Focus on DRC Copper and Cobalt Assets as It Targets 1 Million Tonnes of Copper Output by 2028 Glencore is intensifying its investment focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as part of a long-term strategy to become one of the world’s leading copper producers without relying on large-scale mergers. The company recently ended merger discussions with Rio Tinto that could have created the world’s largest mining group. Instead, Glencore has opted to strengthen its balance sheet and sharpen its portfolio around high-demand transition metals, particularly… Read More Here

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Botswana Minerals Launches Phase 1 Exploration Programme at Ngamiland Copper Licences

March 31, 2026March 31, 2026 Constance

Botswana Minerals Begins Phase 1 Work to Identify Drill Targets at Prospective Copper Projects in Botswana’s Damara Belt London- and Botswana-listed Botswana Minerals has commenced its Phase 1 exploration programme at its highly prospective copper licences in Ngamiland, where the company controls significant land holdings in the underexplored north-eastern extension of the Damara Belt. The immediate objective of the programme is to refine and prioritise the most promising exploration targets across the licence package, while defining geophysical survey priorities that will support the identification of high-confidence drilling locations. The outcome… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Credits KCM Revival for Boosting Zambia’s Economic Recovery

March 31, 2026March 31, 2026 Constance

President Hakainde Hichilema Highlights Mining Sector Recovery as Economic Reforms Boost Copperbelt Growth President Hakainde Hichilema says the economic reforms implemented by his administration are beginning to yield positive results, marked by increased activity in the mining sector, particularly on the Copperbelt. President Hichilema noted that the Copperbelt had previously experienced a decline in economic activity due to reduced operations in the mining industry. However, he pointed to the resumption of operations by Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) and other mining firms as clear evidence of the success of the government’s… Read More Here

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Zambia Set to Surpass 1 Million Tonnes of Copper Production in 2026

March 29, 2026March 29, 2026 Constance

Zambia Copper Production to Break 1 Million Tonnes in 2026 Driven by Canadian-Owned Mines Zambia is on track to produce over 1 million tonnes of copper in 2026, a record milestone driven by expanded output from its largest Canadian-owned operations, Mines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe has confirmed. Last year, Zambia recorded its highest-ever production of nearly 890,346 tonnes, and Kabuswe told reporters in Lusaka in January that “this year, without a doubt, we will exceed one million tonnes.” Copper remains the backbone of Zambia’s economy, accounting for roughly 70% of export… Read More Here

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DRC Copper Production Hits 3.5 Million Tonnes in 2025 Amid Global Market Volatility

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Copper Output Reaches 3.5M Tonnes in 2025 While International Prices Face Geopolitical Pressure Mining companies operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo produced a total of 3,503,539 tonnes of copper in 2025, according to provisional data released by the Technical Unit for Mining Coordination and Planning under the Ministry of Mines. The report indicates that all copper produced was sold, covering both exports and domestic pre-export processing, meaning total sales matched annual production. Monthly Production Trends Monthly statistics show that production peaked in July 2025 at 315,590 tonnes,… Read More Here

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Mixed Fortunes for DRC Minerals as Copper, Gold, and Tin Prices Decline While Tantalum Gains

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Weekly Mineral Prices Show Broad Decline in Copper, Gold, and Zinc as Tantalum and Aluminum Post Gains The latest export price schedule for mineral products from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, covering the period March 23 to 28, 2026, indicates a general downward trend across several key commodities on international markets, reflecting ongoing price volatility in the global mining sector. Among the commodities recording declines, zinc posted a notable drop, falling from $3,284.95 to $3,216.70 per tonne. Gold also moved lower, decreasing to $164 per kilogram from $167.49… Read More Here

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Makor Resources Launches Zambia Expansion with $30 Million Copper Exploration Strategy

March 26, 2026March 30, 2026 Constance

Company advances district-scale copper portfolio aligned with Zambia’s 3 million tonne production target and growing global supply constraints Makor Resources, a copper-focused exploration and development company, today formally announced the launch of its operations in Zambia, positioning the company at the centre of one of the most significant structural supply challenges facing global markets. As demand for copper accelerates driven by electrification, clean energy systems, and digital infrastructure supply remains constrained by the industry’s ability to bring new production online in a timely, structured, and responsible manner. Against this backdrop,… Read More Here

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KCM’s Copper Grade A “REC” Brand Reinstated by LME After Responsible Minerals Audit

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Constance

Konkola Copper Mines Regains LME Copper Grade A “REC” Certification Following Independent Audit Konkola Copper Mines plc announced that the London Metal Exchange (LME) has reinstated its Copper Grade A “REC” brand, restoring the company’s full market trading status. The reinstatement follows a comprehensive independent audit conducted under the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process by the Responsible Minerals Initiative. The audit confirmed that KCM complies fully with internationally recognised standards for responsible sourcing, supply chain transparency, and due diligence. Acting CEO Malcolm Mewett described the decision as a major endorsement of… Read More Here

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Copper Intelligence Launches Drilling Program at Butembo Copper Project in DRC

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Copper Intelligence Initiates Butembo Drilling Campaign to Explore Copper Potential in Eastern DRC Copper Intelligence (formerly African Discovery Group, AFDG) has announced the deployment of a drill rig at its Butembo copper project in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initiative, in partnership with South Africa’s Gemdrill, aims to further assess the site’s geology and evaluate mineralization at depth. The company plans to begin drilling in mid-April 2026, although timelines could be affected by customs procedures and local road conditions. Preliminary analysis of core samples is expected by early… Read More Here