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CEC Urges $12bn Energy Investment to Power Zambia’s 3 Million Tonnes Copper Production Goal 1

Zambia Needs $12 Billion in Power Investment to Achieve 3 Million Tonnes Copper Target, Says CEC Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc (CEC) Managing Director Owen Silavwe has called for accelerated private-sector investment in Zambia’s power sector, warning that expanded energy infrastructure is essential to achieving the country’s target of producing three million metric tonnes of copper annually by 2031. Speaking at the Zambia Country Showcase during the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, Silavwe commended the government’s reform agenda, noting that recent policy measures in the mining and energy… Read More Here

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Puma Energy Partners with Hass Petroleum to Launch Lubricants in DRC

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 Constance

Puma Energy Teams Up with Hass Petroleum to Introduce Premium Lubricants in DRC Puma Energy and Hass Petroleum have announced a strategic partnership to distribute Puma Energy’s lubricants across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agreement was finalized during the Investing in African Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town. The collaboration marks the debut of the Puma Energy lubricants brand in the DRC. Under the partnership, Hass Petroleum will handle the distribution and marketing of high-performance lubricants, supporting critical sectors including mining and industrial operations in one of Africa’s… Read More Here

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DRC Positions Itself as a Central Player in Africa’s Mining Transformation at Mining Indaba 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 Constance

DRC Signals Strong Commitment to Sustainable Mining and Strategic Partnerships at Mining Indaba 2026 The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) made a strong showing at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 Ministerial Symposium, affirming its ambition to play a central role in the transformation of Africa’s mining sector. Speaking in Cape Town, Congolese authorities delivered a clear and consistent message: political stability, strategic partnerships, and sustainable resource development now form the cornerstone of the country’s mining vision. Addressing the ministerial plenary session themed “Investing in Africa: Mobilizing Capital through… Read More Here

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Gécamines Overhaul Positions the DRC at the Heart of Global Strategic Minerals

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 Constance

DRC Unveils Gécamines Strategy to Strengthen Governance and Capture More Value from Strategic Minerals The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeking to establish exemplary governance of its strategic minerals, ensuring their exploitation aligns with sustainable development goals and national economic sovereignty. Central to this ambition is the transformation of Gécamines, the state-owned mining company, from a passive asset holder into an active and influential market player. Speaking at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in South Africa, Gécamines Director General Placide Nkala outlined six strategic pillars guiding the company’s… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Highlights Strategic Partnerships at Mining Indaba 2026

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026 Constance

Resources Key to Revitalising Africa, Mining Indaba Hears CAPE TOWN, 9 February 2026 – Africa’s resource wealth has the potential to drive unprecedented prosperity but only when harnessed through strategic partnerships, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema told delegates at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026. Delivering the keynote speech on the opening day of the continent’s largest mining investment event, President Hichilema emphasized that mining is central to revitalizing Africa and securing its rightful place in the global economy. Drawing on Zambia’s experience, President Hichilema outlined how his government had… Read More Here

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President Hichilema to Pitch Zambia as Top Mining Investment Destination at Mining Indaba 2026

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026 Constance

Zambia Seeks New Mining Investment and Jobs as President Hichilema Addresses Mining Indaba President Hakainde Hichilema will deliver the keynote address at Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town, Africa’s largest mining investment conference, as Zambia intensifies efforts to attract new capital into its mining sector and create jobs for its citizens. The President’s message at the forum is clear: increased mining investment is central to job creation and economic growth in Zambia. Beyond employment at mine sites, new investments generate opportunities across supply chains, transport services and surrounding communities, while… Read More Here

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DRC Showcases Mining Reforms and Investment Opportunities at Mining Indaba 2026

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026 Constance

DRC Seeks Responsible Mining Investment at African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town The 32nd African Mining Indaba takes place from February 9 to 12, 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together governments, mining companies, investors and technical partners to address key challenges facing the global extractive industry. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is participating with a high-level delegation led by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba. According to the Ministry of Mines, the objective is to reinforce the country’s position on the international mining stage and attract… Read More Here

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DRC Launches High-Level Conference on Mining Transparency and Good Governance

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 Constance

DRC Minister of Mines Opens Conference on Mining Transparency to Boost Accountability and Economic Growth H.E. Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), officially opened a landmark conference on transparency and good governance in the mining sector on Wednesday. The event, organized by the International Republican Institute (IRI), is scheduled for January 28–29, 2026, and brings together public institutions, private sector representatives, civil society, and technical and financial partners. In his opening remarks, Minister Watum highlighted the DRC’s strategic role in global value chains,… Read More Here

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Mining Indaba 2026: Stronger together, Progress through partnerships

January 27, 2026January 28, 2026 Constance

Mining Indaba 2026 Returns to Cape Town, Driving Partnerships, Investment and Africa’s Mining Future Mining Indaba 2026 returns to Cape Town from 9–12 February, bringing together the full African and global mining ecosystem at a pivotal moment for the industry. With governments, investors, mining companies, communities, and downstream buyers under one roof, the event aims to accelerate collaboration and unlock practical solutions for Africa’s long-term growth. According to Laura Nicholson, Product Director for Mining Indaba, momentum for the 2026 edition is already unprecedented. More than 70% of exhibition space sold… Read More Here

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CAMINEX : A STORY OF HERITAGE,TRANSITION AND GROWTH

January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 Constance

The Copperbelt Agricultural and Commercial Show Society (CACSS), established in the 1950s with its first show held in 1957, has long been a pillar of agricultural and commercial development in the Copperbelt. What began as a celebration & showcase of farming, community and trade gradually grew into a wider platform reflecting the Copperbelt’s evolution. As mining, energy and industry expanded, the Show grew with it – adapting to a changing economy while holding firm to its agricultural roots. After more than 60 years of tradition, the world had shifted, and… Read More Here