Corporate News - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Yannick Makola Appointed First Congolese Managing Director of Kamoto Copper Company 1

Glencore’s KCC Names Yannick Makola as First Congolese CEO to Lead Major DRC Copper Producer Kamoto Copper Company (KCC), a subsidiary of global mining group Glencore in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has appointed Yannick Makola as Managing Director, subject to approval by the company’s Board of Directors. The appointment marks a historic milestone for KCC, as Makola becomes the first Congolese national to lead the company since its establishment. Makola joined KCC in 2020 as General Manager responsible for Processing before advancing through senior leadership roles. He most recently… Read More Here

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Barrick Invests C$20.8 Million in Kingfisher Metals to Advance Copper-Gold Exploration Project

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

Barrick Acquires 9.9% Stake in Kingfisher Metals to Support Highway 37 Copper-Gold Project in Canada Global mining company Barrick Mining Corporation has invested C$20.8 million in Canadian copper and gold explorer Kingfisher Metals Corporation through a private placement, strengthening its exposure to the company’s Highway 37 project in British Columbia. Barrick subscribed for 15.4 million units priced at C$1.35 each, with each unit consisting of one common share and half of a share purchase warrant. Each full warrant allows Barrick to acquire an additional Kingfisher share at C$1.70 within the… Read More Here

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Panama Considers State-Owned Mining Company to Support Cobre Panamá Restart

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

Panama Explores State Mining Company Model to Reopen First Quantum’s Cobre Panamá Copper Mine Panama is considering the creation of a state-owned mining company as part of efforts to find a pathway for the reopening of First Quantum Minerals’ Cobre Panamá copper mine, one of the world’s largest copper operations. The proposed state mining entity could form part of a new ownership or partnership structure that would allow the Panamanian government to take a greater role in the project while addressing legal, environmental, and political concerns that led to the… Read More Here

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Beyond Generation: Petrodex’s Integrated Energy Model Powering Southern Africa

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

The region’s energy gap will not be closed by generation alone. It calls for a more integrated approach, one that moves electrons across borders, builds the lines that carry them, and generates new supply where it counts. Across the Copperbelt and Haut-Katanga, the binding constraint on growth is no longer the ore in the ground. It is the electricity needed to extract and process it. The region sits atop some of the world’s richest copper and cobalt deposits, and global demand for both is climbing as electrification, electric vehicles and… Read More Here

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When Good Oils Go Bad Part 3

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

Nitration: The Acid You Didn’t See Coming The third article in WearCheck’s series “When Good Oils Go Bad” features a discussion around nitration. Nitration is far less talked about than oxidation, yet in many engines, it is just as destructive and often more insidious. Unlike oxidation, which is driven by oxygen, nitration is the result of a lubricant reacting with nitrogen oxides (NOx) that are formed during combustion. These gases are produced under the intense heat and pressure inside the combustion chamber and find their way into the oil through… Read More Here

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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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DRC Moves Closer to First Lithium Export from Manono Project

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 Constance0 comment

DR Congo Prepares for First Lithium Exports from Manono as Government Pushes Project Development The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is moving closer to its first lithium exports from the Manono lithium project, one of Africa’s most significant undeveloped lithium resources. The development marks an important step for the country as it seeks to expand its role in the global critical minerals market, particularly as demand for lithium continues to grow due to its use in electric vehicle batteries, energy storage systems and renewable energy technologies. DR Congo’s Minister of… Read More Here

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Nova Africa Plans $21 Million Restart of Botswana Gold Mine

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 Constance0 comment

Nova Africa Announces $21 Million Investment to Restart Botswana Gold Mining Operations Nova Africa Resources is planning a US$21 million investment to restart gold mining operations in Botswana, as the company seeks to revive production and unlock the value of the country’s mineral resources. The project involves the redevelopment of a previously inactive gold mine, with funding expected to support mine rehabilitation, infrastructure upgrades, exploration activities and the preparation of the operation for renewed production. Botswana is widely recognised for its diamond industry, but the government has been working to… Read More Here

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Trafigura Withdraws from Angola’s $2 Billion Power Project Amid Development Challenges

July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 Constance0 comment

Trafigura Exits Angola’s $2 Billion Power Plant Project, Raising Questions Over Energy Expansion Plans Global commodities company Trafigura has withdrawn from a planned US$2 billion power project in Angola, creating uncertainty around one of the country’s major energy infrastructure developments. The project, which was expected to support Angola’s electricity generation capacity and strengthen industrial growth, was part of broader efforts to expand the country’s energy infrastructure and improve power supply reliability. Trafigura’s decision to step away comes after challenges surrounding the project’s development, financing structure and long-term commercial viability. The… 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 Constance

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