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Mopani Sets Final Compliance Deadline for Local Contractors

July 20, 2025July 20, 2025 Constance

Non-Compliant Mopani Contractors Face Ban by August 31, 2025: CEO Issues Final Warning Mopani Copper Mines has issued a firm deadline of August 31, 2025, for all local suppliers and contractors to comply with statutory obligations or risk being disqualified from doing business with the mining company. Speaking at a recent stakeholder engagement meeting, Chief Executive Officer Charles Sakanya expressed concern over the low compliance levels among local vendors with key institutions such as the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA). He revealed that out… Read More Here

U.S. Consortium Eyes Strategic Acquisition of Chemaf Amid Critical Mineral Race in DRC

July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 Constance

U.S. Firms Orion and Virtus in Talks to Acquire Congo’s Chemaf Resources as Global Cobalt Race Heats Up A U.S.-based consortium, including former special forces and intelligence veterans, is in advanced talks to acquire Chemaf Resources Ltd., a copper and cobalt producer at the heart of intensifying U.S.-China competition over critical minerals in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to sources familiar with the matter, Orion Resource Partners and Virtus Minerals are jointly negotiating the acquisition of Chemaf, which is currently backed by global commodity trader Trafigura Group. While… Read More Here

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Zambia Targets 1 Million Tonnes of Copper in 2025 as Mining Sector Rebounds

July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 Constance

Zambia Set to Hit 1 Million Tonnes of Copper in 2025, Eyes 3 Million by 2030 Amid Mining Revival President Hakainde Hichilema has announced that Zambia is on track to produce one million tonnes of copper in 2025—marking a significant milestone toward the government’s long-term goal of reaching three million tonnes annually by 2030. Speaking at the Invest in Zambia Conference in Lusaka, President Hichilema highlighted the country’s renewed mining momentum, powered by a series of strategic reforms designed to unlock dormant mining assets and attract large-scale investment. A key… Read More Here

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India Seeks Copper and Critical Minerals from Chile and Peru Amid Push to Cut China Reliance

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025 Constance

India in Talks with Chile and Peru for Copper and Critical Minerals to Curb China Dependence India is in advanced discussions with Chile and Peru to secure critical mineral supplies, including copper, as part of ongoing free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations, according to a senior official from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The talks aim to ensure a stable supply of key resources for India’s growing industrial needs, particularly copper concentrate. A government document released earlier this month confirmed that copper will be included as a dedicated chapter in… Read More Here

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Vedanta Completes Initial $124 Million Investment in KCM Ahead of Schedule

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 Constance

Vedanta Surpasses $400 Million Investment in Konkola Copper Mines, Accelerating Zambia Copper Production Vedanta Resources has successfully fulfilled its initial investment commitment of US$124 million under the Shareholders’ Agreement ahead of the July 1, 2025 deadline. This brings Vedanta’s total investment in Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) operations to over US$400 million since resuming management in August 2024. This milestone is a key step toward Vedanta’s broader pledge to invest US$1 billion over five years to revive and expand KCM. The company is focused on increasing production capacity and enhancing sustainability… Read More Here

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MMG and Hudbay Warn Peru of Potential Copper Output Disruptions Amid Ongoing Protests

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025 Constance

MMG and Hudbay Urge Peru to Resolve Protests Threatening Mine Operations Executives from MMG and Hudbay Minerals met with Peru’s cabinet chief, Eduardo Arana, on Thursday to express concerns that ongoing protests by informal miners could disrupt copper production at two of the country’s largest mines, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The two-week-long demonstration, which has blocked a key transit route in the Cusco region, poses a growing threat to operations at MMG’s Las Bambas and Hudbay’s Constancia mines—both of which rank among Peru’s top ten copper producers.… Read More Here

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Rio Tinto Eyes U.S. Copper Expansion Amid Tariff Push and Energy Transition

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025 Constance

Rio Tinto Signals Major U.S. Copper Investment Plans Amid Trump Tariff Proposal Rio Tinto has signaled a strong interest in expanding its copper operations in the United States, following former President Donald Trump’s proposed 50% tariffs on imported copper. The move is intended to bolster domestic production of critical materials essential for manufacturing and clean energy infrastructure. “There is increasing recognition by the U.S. government of the need for domestic sources of copper and other critical materials to support manufacturing and to power the country’s energy future,” said Katie Jackson,… Read More Here

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Tyranna Resources Secures Majority Stake in Promising Maongo Copper-Gold Project in Angola

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 Constance

Tyranna Resources Acquires 70% of Angola’s Maongo Copper-Gold Project Amid Growing Demand for Strategic Metals Tyranna Resources, an ASX-listed company, has signed agreements to acquire a 70% interest in the Maongo copper-gold project, located 25 km northeast of Namibe, Angola. The project comprises a single prospecting concession application covering 269 km², which is expected to be formally granted in the September 2025 quarter. The area hosts extensive historical mining infrastructure, including ore treatment sites, three main underground mining zones, and numerous secondary workings that predate Angola’s modern political era. Situated… Read More Here

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Zambia and Mercuria Launch Copper Exports After Govt Waives Export Duty

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 Constance

Zambia and Mercuria Begin Copper Exports Under New Partnership After Export Duty Suspension Zambia’s state-owned Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and global commodities trader Mercuria Energy Group are set to export their first shipment of copper concentrates under a new joint venture, following a government waiver on export duties. The Zambian government issued a temporary suspension of the 10% export duty on semi-processed copper, covering 255,357 metric tons of copper concentrates. The waiver—granted on June 28 and formalized the day before—will remain in effect until October 1, according to official regulations.… Read More Here

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U.S. Announces 50% Copper Import Tariff, Driving Price Surge and Impacting DRC Copper Exports

July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 Constance

U.S. Imposes 50% Copper Tariff: Implications for Global Markets and the DRC’s Copper Industry On July 8, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping 50% tariff on all copper imports, aiming to boost domestic copper production and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers—an issue he labeled a national security risk. The United States is the world’s second-largest copper importer after China, primarily importing refined copper products. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, copper imports reached $17 billion in 2024, with Chile alone accounting for $6 billion of that total. While… Read More Here