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Investor Confidence Surges in Zambia’s Mining Sector Amid Copper Boom and Economic Stabilisation 1

Zambia Mining Investment Surge Driven by Copper Demand and Economic Recovery Investor interest in the mining sector of Zambia has increased significantly as the country’s fiscal consolidation strengthens following its exit from sovereign default status. The improvement in macroeconomic stability is beginning to reshape investor sentiment across key sectors. According to a senior executive at Citi, confidence in the Zambian economy has improved as reforms and stabilisation efforts take hold. The bank has observed rising investor engagement, particularly in mining, energy, and agriculture. Zambia’s vast copper reserves remain central to… Read More Here

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Zambia Accelerates Mining Expansion as Kansanshi S3 Project Boosts Copper Production Outlook

June 30, 2026June 30, 2026 Constance

Zambia’s Mining Sector Attracts Billions in Investment as Kansanshi S3 Expansion Drives Copper Growth Ambitions Zambia’s mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by multi-billion-dollar investments aimed at expanding production capacity, developing new mining projects, and deploying advanced technologies to meet rising global demand for copper. As part of its long-term industrial strategy, the country is targeting annual copper production of three million metric tonnes by 2030, reinforcing its ambition to strengthen its role in the global energy transition, where copper remains a critical mineral. According to the Zambia… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Moves to Revive London Listing as Zambia Pushes Mining Sector Reform

June 30, 2026June 30, 2026 Constance

Zambia’s ZCCM-IH Plans London Listing Revival as It Expands Free Float and Upgrades Market Infrastructure Zambia’s state-linked mining investment firm, ZCCM Investments Holdings, is preparing to restore activity on the London Stock Exchange after a prolonged suspension of its secondary listing, marking a renewed push to re-engage international investors. The company’s London presence has been disrupted in recent years due to ongoing delays in financial reporting. Management is now advancing a broader reform programme aimed at stabilising disclosures, strengthening governance systems, and improving investor transparency. A central part of the… Read More Here

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DRC Plans Worker Equity Scheme in Mining Sector Through Cooperatives and Credit Financing

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Constance

DR Congo Drafts Plan to Give Mining Workers 5% Equity Stakes via Cooperatives and Company Credit The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing a new framework that would enable mining employees to acquire mandatory ownership stakes in the companies they work for through worker cooperatives and company-financed credit arrangements. A draft decree from the country’s Ministry of Mines outlines measures to enforce existing legislation requiring mining firms to allocate 10% of their equity to Congolese nationals, including a dedicated 5% share for employees. Although the law was introduced in 2018,… Read More Here

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IMF Approves $348.5 Million Financing Package for the DRC

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Constance

IMF Unlocks $348.5 Million Funding for DR Congo to Support Growth, Mining Expansion and Climate Resilience The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved nearly US$348.5 million in new financing for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), reinforcing international support for one of Africa’s most resource-rich and fast-growing economies as it continues to navigate security challenges, public health risks, and climate-related pressures. The funding was approved following successful programme reviews under the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), unlocking disbursements aimed at stabilising the economy and… Read More Here

International Economy

G7 Critical Minerals Strategy Triggers China’s BRICS-Led Supply Chain Realignment

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance

G7 push to cut China rare earth dependence sparks BRICS cooperation as Beijing strengthens global minerals strategy The Group of Seven (G7) has intensified efforts to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals, a move that is prompting a coordinated geopolitical response from Beijing through deeper cooperation within the BRICS bloc. G7 leaders have agreed to work toward lowering dependence on China for rare earth elements and permanent magnets to below 60% by 2030, with a longer-term target of 50%. The strategy includes joint stockpiling arrangements, expanded recycling capacity, and… Read More Here

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Zambia Inflation Falls to Lowest Level Since 2018 as Economic Recovery Strengthens

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance

Zambia inflation drops to 6.5% in June 2026, lowest since 2018, driven by strong kwacha and copper exports Zambia’s inflation rate has fallen to its lowest level since 2018, marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing economic recovery. The decline reflects a steady easing of price pressures across key sectors and reinforces growing signs of macroeconomic stabilisation following several years of volatility. According to the Zambia Statistics Agency, consumer inflation declined to 6.5% year-on-year in June, slightly lower than the 6.6% recorded in May. On a month-on-month basis, prices increased… Read More Here

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Tin Prices Surge as DRC Mineral Export Forecasts Signal Mixed Market Performance

June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Constance

DRC Tin Prices Expected to Jump Above $53,000 per Tonne as Copper, Gold and Nickel Continue to Decline Tin is projected to record one of the strongest gains among the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) key mineral exports during the week of June 1–6, 2026, according to the latest mineral export price forecasts released by the Congolese government. The official price list indicates that tin is expected to rise to USD 53,440 per tonne, up from USD 50,223 per tonne the previous week. The increase of USD 3,217 per tonne… Read More Here

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Vedanta Targets New York IPO to Fund Expansion of Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance

Vedanta Plans New York Listing to Finance Multi-Billion-Dollar Expansion of Zambia Copper Operations Vedanta Resources, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, is seeking to raise fresh capital for its Zambian copper operations through a planned listing in New York, as the mining group accelerates efforts to expand production at one of Africa’s most strategically important copper assets. The proposed initial public offering comes less than two years after Vedanta regained control of Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) following a prolonged dispute with the Zambian government. The company has since committed to investing… Read More Here

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Zambia Extends Copper Export Duty Suspension as Smelter Constraints Reshape Industry Power Balance

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance

Zambia Extends Copper Export Duty Waiver to September as Chinese and Middle Eastern Miners Secure Major Quotas Zambia has extended the suspension of its 10% export duty on copper concentrates until September 30, in a move designed to ease pressure on mining operations affected by rising stockpiles and reduced smelting capacity across the country’s processing infrastructure. The extension comes as several major smelters undergo prolonged maintenance and repair programmes, temporarily constraining the country’s ability to process copper concentrates into refined cathodes. The resulting bottlenecks have led to increased concentrate inventories… Read More Here