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Kobold Metals’ Benjamin Katabuka Calls for Greater Geological Knowledge to Accelerate Mineral Discovery 1 Mining in DRC Corporate News Events & Expos 

Kobold Metals’ Benjamin Katabuka Calls for Greater Geological Knowledge to Accelerate Mineral Discovery

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Kobold Metals Highlights AI-Powered Exploration and Long-Term Mining Opportunities in the DRC Speaking during the panel discussion titled “Mining Exploration: From Geological Uncertainty to Strategic Planning” at DRC Mining Week 2026, Benjamin Katabuka, Managing Director of Kobold Metals DRC, outlined the company’s vision for the future of mineral exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Addressing participants gathered at the Pullman Lubumbashi Grand Karavia conference venue, Katabuka emphasized that one of the country’s biggest challenges remains the lack of detailed geological data across large parts of the DRC. Despite… Read More Here
DRC Mining Week 2026 Highlights Push for Greater Women’s Inclusion in Mining Sector 2 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mining Week 2026 Highlights Push for Greater Women’s Inclusion in Mining Sector

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DRC Mining Week 2026 Calls for Stronger Women Participation in Mining Through Finance, Leadership and Policy Reform The 2026 edition of DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi emphasized the need for a more structured and inclusive approach to women’s participation in the extractive industry. The discussion took place during the “Women – Mines & Leadership” forum, co-organized by FONAREV and MMG Kinsevere. The forum brought together representatives from mining companies, women leaders in the sector, financial institutions, entrepreneurship organizations, universities, and public agencies to explore ways of strengthening women’s involvement across… Read More Here
TFM Calls for Stronger Energy-Mining-Academia Collaboration to Support DRC’s Mining Growth 3 Mining in DRC Corporate News Energy Events & Expos 

TFM Calls for Stronger Energy-Mining-Academia Collaboration to Support DRC’s Mining Growth

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Tenke Fungurume Mining Urges Integrated Energy Strategy to Sustain DRC Mining Expansion Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has called for closer cooperation between the government, mining companies, and academic institutions to address the energy challenges facing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. Speaking on June 19, 2026, during a panel discussion on energy constraints in mining, TFM’s Director of External Relations, Hugo Sinza, stressed that reliable energy supply is essential for sustainable industrial development. “Without energy, there is no sustainable mining industry,” Sinza said, noting that mining operations depend entirely… Read More Here
Glencore Emphasizes Local Impact, ESG Standards and Sustainable Mining at DRC Mining Week 2026 4 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

Glencore Emphasizes Local Impact, ESG Standards and Sustainable Mining at DRC Mining Week 2026

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DRC Mining Week 2026: Glencore Highlights 98% Local Workforce, ESG Compliance and Sustainable Mining Strategy in the DRC At the 21st edition of DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi, Glencore’s leadership in the Democratic Republic of Congo highlighted the company’s focus on human development, ethical mining practices, and long-term sustainability across its operations. Speaking in her capacity as sponsor of the event, Marie-Chantal Kaninda, President of Glencore DRC and Chairperson of Kamoto Copper Company (KCC), emphasized the group’s commitment to embedding its activities within local communities through skills development, employment, and… Read More Here
Kibali Gold Mines Calls for Stronger Formalization of Artisanal Mining in the DRC 5 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining Corporate News Events & Expos Gold 

Kibali Gold Mines Calls for Stronger Formalization of Artisanal Mining in the DRC

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DRC Mining Week 2026: Kibali Gold Mines Highlights Need for Formalization and Environmental Control in Artisanal Mining Sector The DRC Mining Week 2026 officially opened on Wednesday at the Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi, bringing together government officials, mining companies, and industry stakeholders to discuss sustainable development of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s extractive sector. During a panel discussion focused on artisanal and small-scale mining, Kibali Gold Mines Head of Social Affairs, Le Franc Basima, outlined the key challenges facing the sub-sector, emphasizing that formalization remains the most critical issue. He… Read More Here
DRC Mines Secretary-General Calls for Implementation of Mining Sector Reforms at DRC Mining Week 6 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mines Secretary-General Calls for Implementation of Mining Sector Reforms at DRC Mining Week

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DRC Mines Secretary-General Urges Implementation of Mining Reforms at DRC Mining Week The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been urged to accelerate the implementation of key recommendations aimed at strengthening its mining sector and expanding its role in global critical minerals value chains following the conclusion of a three-day industry forum. The event concluded on June 19, with discussions focusing on the challenges facing the Congolese mining industry and the country’s strategic position in the global supply chain for minerals essential to the energy transition. The closing ceremony was… Read More Here
MMG Kinsevere Urges More Investment as Global Copper Supply Tightens at DRC Mining Week 7 Mining in DRC Copper Corporate News Events & Expos Investment News 

MMG Kinsevere Urges More Investment as Global Copper Supply Tightens at DRC Mining Week

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DRC Mining Week 2026: MMG Kinsevere Warns of Future Copper Supply Deficit and Calls for Increased Investment MMG Kinsevere has called for increased investment in the global copper industry, warning that rising demand driven by the energy transition and rapid urbanization could place significant pressure on supply over the next decade. Speaking during DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi, Xie Hao, Deputy General Manager for Technology and Operations Assurance at MMG Kinsevere, said the Democratic Republic of Congo is well positioned to play a critical role in meeting future global copper… Read More Here
Louis Watum Opens DRC Mining Week 2026 with Call for Mineral Transformation and Value Addition 8 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

Louis Watum Opens DRC Mining Week 2026 with Call for Mineral Transformation and Value Addition

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DRC Mining Week 2026: Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba Unveils Vision to Make Congo a Global Critical Minerals Hub The Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, officially opened the 21st edition of DRC Mining Week on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in Lubumbashi under the theme: “Transforming the DRC: From Local Player to Global Hub for Critical Minerals.” The opening ceremony brought together several senior government officials, including the Minister of Water Resources and Electricity, Molendo Sakombi, the Governor of Haut-Katanga Province, as well as investors, mining operators, industry experts, and… Read More Here
DRC Mining Week 2026 Set to Drive Investment, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships in Lubumbashi 9 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mining Week 2026 Set to Drive Investment, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships in Lubumbashi

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DRC Mining Week 2026: A Key Platform for Investment and Growth in Africa’s Mining Sector The countdown has begun for DRC Mining Week 2026, one of Africa’s premier mining events, scheduled to take place from June 17 to 19, 2026, at the Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province. The three-day forum will bring together policymakers, investors, mining companies, technology providers, financial institutions, and industry experts to discuss the key challenges and emerging opportunities shaping the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. Activities will commence on June 16 with a pre-conference… Read More Here
DRC Mining Week Reassures Participants as Ebola Situation Monitored Ahead of 2026 Lubumbashi Event 10 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mining Week Reassures Participants as Ebola Situation Monitored Ahead of 2026 Lubumbashi Event

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DRC Mining Week 2026 Confirms Lubumbashi Event Amid Ebola Concerns, Says No Restrictions in Place Organizers of DRC Mining Week 2026 have confirmed that preparations for the upcoming event remain on track despite recent public concern and media reports regarding Ebola cases in certain regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The event is scheduled to take place from June 17 to 19, 2026, at the Grand Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi. In a statement, the organizers emphasized that the safety, well-being, and trust of participants, partners, staff, and host communities… Read More Here

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