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Mixed Fortunes for DRC Minerals as Copper, Gold, and Tin Prices Decline While Tantalum Gains 1

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

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DRC Advances Hydro-Metallurgical Copper and Cobalt Refinery Project in Lualaba Province

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

DRC and Buenassa Resources Partner on Copper and Cobalt Refinery in Lualaba Province The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is advancing a major hydro-metallurgical copper and cobalt refinery project in Lualaba Province, following high-level discussions between the Mining Cadastre and Buenassa Resources Sarl. On Tuesday, March 17, Mr. Popol Mabolia, Director General of the Mining Cadastre, met with Mr. Eddy Kioni, Director General of Buenassa Resources Sarl, to discuss the project within the framework of the broader DRC-United States strategic partnership on critical minerals. Buenassa Resources Sarl is spearheading the… Read More Here

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Zijin Mining Targets Tungsten and Uranium in Strategic Expansion

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026 Constance

Zijin Mining Eyes Tungsten and Uranium Investments as Global Demand for Critical Minerals Surges Zijin Mining Group, China’s largest producer of gold and copper, is expanding its investment focus to include strategic metals such as tungsten and uranium, as intensifying global competition for critical minerals drives prices higher. The move reflects a broader industry shift toward securing materials essential for energy, defence, and advanced manufacturing. “We are looking to expand our position in tungsten and other strategic metals, including uranium,” said Lisa Liu, Managing Director and portfolio manager at Gold… Read More Here

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Tenke Fungurume Mining Rejects Environmental Report Findings

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026 Constance

TFM Disputes EIA Report, Calls Allegations on Emissions and Health Impacts Inaccurate Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has strongly rejected the findings of a report published on March 9, 2026 by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), describing its conclusions as “factually inaccurate” and based on “unsupported assumptions.” In a formal statement, TFM said it had engaged openly with the EIA’s concerns, providing a written response on February 10 following earlier correspondence in January. The company, however, criticised the final report for failing to accurately reflect its submissions, arguing that this had… Read More Here

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KoBold Metals Advances Mingomba Copper Project in Zambia

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026 Constance

KoBold Metals Begins Mingomba Copper Development in Zambia, Targets Early 2030s Production KoBold Metals, the mining firm backed by U.S. billionaires Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, has officially commenced development of its Mingomba copper project in Zambia, with production targeted for the early 2030s. The development marks a significant step in Zambia’s efforts to expand copper output and strengthen its position in the global energy transition supply chain. The announcement follows closely on a separate regional development in which Burundi signed a three-year agreement with KoBold Metals and Lifezone Metals… Read More Here

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BHP Names Brandon Craig CEO as Copper Takes Centre Stage in Strategic Shift

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Constance

BHP Appoints Brandon Craig as CEO, Signaling Pivot to Copper and Growth in the Americas BHP (ASX, LON: BHP) has promoted long-serving executive Brandon Craig to chief executive officer, cementing the miner’s strategic pivot toward copper as Mike Henry’s tenure comes to an end. Craig, a 25-year veteran, will assume the role on July 1 after leading BHP’s Americas division, overseeing its expanding copper and potash portfolio. While speculation tied Henry’s departure to BHP’s failed $49 billion bid for Anglo American (LON: AAL), the transition had been planned since last… Read More Here

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DRC Moves to Approve Chemaf Sale to US Firm Virtus Minerals

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Constance

Democratic Republic of the Congo Set to Approve Chemaf Sale to Virtus Minerals in Strategic US Critical Minerals Push The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is reportedly preparing to approve the sale of mining company Chemaf to US-based Virtus Minerals, a move that would advance a strategic minerals partnership between Washington and Kinshasa. According to sources cited by Bloomberg News, Congo’s Mines Minister, Louis Watum, informed Virtus that the government intends to clear the transaction. The approval would mark a significant step in the transfer of one of the… Read More Here