Events & Expos - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Kamoa Copper Champions Local Value Creation and Lobito Corridor at Katanga Business Meeting 1

Kamoa Copper SA, a leading mining operator in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), participated as a Platinum Sponsor at the 6th edition of the Katanga Business Meeting (KBM), held from May 15 to 16 at the Lualaba Provincial Assembly headquarters in Kolwezi. Held under the theme “Building Our Future: Focus on Priority Objectives,” the event brought together economic stakeholders from across the DRC. Kamoa Copper stood out both as an exhibitor and panelist, reflecting its growing influence in the country’s mining and economic sectors. On the first day of… Read More Here

Mining in DRC Events & Expos

DRC Takes Center Stage at Cobalt Institute’s 2025 Conference in Singapore

May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 Constance

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is actively participating in the 8th Annual Cobalt Institute Conference, which opened on Wednesday in Changi, Singapore. The high-profile event, which brings together global leaders in the cobalt industry, concludes on Thursday, May 15. The opening ceremony featured remarks by Dinah McLeod, Director of the Cobalt Institute, who welcomed official delegations—including those from the DRC and Indonesia—and expressed her gratitude for their participation, calling their presence an “honor” for the Institute. Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and market volatility since the beginning of the year,… Read More Here

Mining in DRC Events & Expos

DRC Reaffirms Commitment to Responsible Mining at OECD Forum in Paris

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 Constance

On an official visit to Paris, the Deputy Minister of Mines, Godard Motemona, represented the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the 18th edition of the OECD Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains. Speaking before African Ministers of Mines and global stakeholders, Motemona reaffirmed the DRC’s commitment—under the leadership of President Félix Tshisekedi and Prime Minister Judith Suminwa—to play a pivotal role in the global energy transition as a key source of strategic minerals. He emphasized the country’s vast mineral potential and advocated for increased local processing, improved mineral certification,… Read More Here

Mining in DRC Corporate News Events & Expos

ERG Africa Champions Women’s Inclusion at Kinshasa Mining Event

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance

As a proud member of the Chambre des Mines – Fédération des Entreprises du Congo, ERG Africa was honoured to actively participate in the Women’s Day event held on 16 April in Kinshasa. The event, attended by the Governor of Kinshasa, His Excellency Mr. Daniel Bumba, placed a strong focus on advancing women’s inclusion in the mining sector, particularly through local subcontracting initiatives. ERG Africa CEO, Nicolas Treand, took part in a panel discussion alongside two of the company’s partners, Dana Mopulunga, Managing Director of Degymo Group, and Stephanie Taky,… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Energy Events & Expos

Zambia Reinforces Commitment to Clean Energy at London Summit

April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 Constance

Zambia has reaffirmed its dedication to clean energy and sustainable development during the high-level Summit on the Future of Energy Security, currently taking place in London. Minister of Energy Makozo Chikote is leading the Zambian delegation at the two-day global event, co-hosted by the United Kingdom and the International Energy Agency (IEA). The summit brings together key ministers, investors, policy experts, and energy stakeholders to foster international cooperation in tackling emerging challenges within the energy sector, including digitalization, climate change, and the growing adoption of renewable energy technologies. Speaking on… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Events & Expos Transport and Logistics

President Hichilema Calls for Cheaper Capital and Seamless Trade at Land-Linked Zambia Conference

April 12, 2025April 12, 2025 Constance

President Hakainde Hichilema has urged for more affordable access to capital to support infrastructure development across Zambia and Africa. Speaking during the Land-Linked Zambia Conference held in Lusaka this week, President Hichilema emphasized the importance of investing in nonstop border posts to facilitate the uninterrupted flow of trade and business across the continent. He stressed that meaningful progress in infrastructure development requires strong collaboration with the private sector. “It is disheartening that Africa has the lowest levels of intra-trade and investment,” he said, calling for a change in this trend… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Events & Expos Partnership

Zambia and Angola Sign Strategic Transport Agreements at Land-Linked Zambia Conference

April 12, 2025April 12, 2025 Constance

During the Land-Linked Zambia Conference held at Ciela Resort in Lusaka last week, Zambia and Angola signed two landmark agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation in the transport sector. The first is an intergovernmental agreement to develop the 830-kilometre Lobito Corridor, a vital infrastructure project that will link Zambia to Angola’s Atlantic coast. Once completed, the corridor is expected to significantly boost regional trade, improve logistics, and foster economic integration across Southern Africa. The second agreement focuses on aviation, establishing a regulatory framework to facilitate international air travel between the two… Read More Here

Events & Expos Mining in DRC Sponsored Content

DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum back with big move to Kolwezi in September

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 Constance

“The industry has spoken, and we have listened” It’s official, DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum is moving to Kolwezi and is taking place from 29-30 September 2025. In what is already the third edition of this event, the focus is on the region’s potential in the global energy transition, including leveraging the DRC and Zambia’s significant cobalt and copper resources for battery precursor manufacturing. Overall, the DRC envisions a future where it plays a pivotal role in the global battery metals supply chain, contributing to the energy transition while fostering economic… Read More Here

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DRC Positions Itself as Key Player in Global Energy Transition at Strategic Mining Summit

March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Constance

Chaired by His Excellency Guylain Nyembo, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Planning, and Chairman of the Executive Board of the EITI-DRC, a strategic meeting convened the key stakeholders of the Congolese extractive sector. Among those in attendance were His Excellency Kizito Pakabomba, Minister of Mines and Vice-President of the Executive Committee of the EITI-DRC; Mrs. O’Neige N’Sele Mimpa, Deputy Minister of Finance; as well as Cabinet members of the Head of State, Secretaries General of Public Administration, representatives from the Court of Auditors, and technical and financial partners. In his… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Energy Events & Expos Partnership

Zambia and Mozambique Forge Key Energy Partnership with New MoUs

March 22, 2025March 22, 2025 Constance

Zambia and Mozambique have taken a significant step toward strengthening regional energy cooperation with the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing power trade and improving infrastructure development between the two nations. The agreements, formalized during the 2025 Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference (ZIMEC), include an Inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (IGMoU) for the development of the Mozambique-Zambia Power Interconnector. This major initiative is set to improve power trade, telecommunications, and power generation in the region. The Mozambique-Zambia Power Interconnector, valued at approximately USD 500 million, will… Read More Here