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Haut-Uele Governor Backs Cancellation of Kibali Subcontracting Agreements 1

Haut-Uele Governor Jean Bakomito Supports Termination of Kibali Contracts to Enforce DRC Subcontracting Law The Governor of Haut-Uele province, Jean Bakomito, has welcomed the cancellation of subcontracting agreements between Kibali Gold Mine and the companies KMS, Boart Longyear, and TAI Services, describing the move as a significant step toward stricter enforcement of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s subcontracting regulations. In an official statement, Governor Bakomito expressed support for the decision taken by the Autorité de Régulation de la Sous-traitance dans le secteur Privé (ARSP), noting that the termination of the… Read More Here

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Tshisekedi Prioritises Gold Sector Reform to Boost State Revenue

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC President Félix Tshisekedi Unveils Strategy to Curb Gold Smuggling and Strengthen Economic Sovereignty The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has placed reform of the gold sector at the centre of the government’s economic agenda, citing its critical importance to public finances and macroeconomic stability. During the Council of Ministers meeting held on 20 February 2026, President Tshisekedi underscored the strategic value of gold production and expressed concern that a significant portion of national output continues to bypass official channels. According to the meeting’s official… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Reaffirms Zambia’s Commitment to Investment Partnerships and Global Cooperation

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 Constance

Zambia Open to Deeper Investment Partnerships, President Hichilema Tells Diplomatic Corps President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr Hakainde Hichilema, has reaffirmed the country’s readiness to deepen investment partnerships and strengthen collaboration with like-minded nations for mutual benefit. The President made the remarks on 29 January 2026 during the Presidential Annual Greeting of the Diplomatic Corps, where he expressed appreciation for the longstanding and cordial relations Zambia continues to enjoy with members of the diplomatic community. President Hichilema identified agriculture, mining, technology and trade as priority sectors for mutually beneficial… Read More Here

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Zambia and DRC Convene 14th Joint Defence and Security Commission in Lubumbashi

January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 Constance

Zambia–DRC Defence and Security Commission Opens in Lubumbashi to Tackle Transnational Crime and Regional Threats The 14th Session of the Zambia–Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) on Defence and Security officially opened in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo, bringing together senior government and security officials from both countries. In his opening address, Zambia’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Defence, Mr Maambo Haamaundu, reaffirmed Zambia’s strong commitment to sustained bilateral cooperation with the DRC. He underscored the deep historical ties between the two nations, rooted in their… Read More Here

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DRC Bans Mining Companies from Direct Sale of Reagents to Boost Local Subcontractors

January 11, 2026January 11, 2026 Constance

DRC Prohibits Mining Companies from Directly Selling Mining Reagents to Promote Local Subcontracting The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Private Sector Subcontracting Regulatory Authority (ARSP) has formally prohibited all mining companies operating in the country from directly supplying, distributing or marketing mining reagents, including sulfuric acid, quicklime, coal and similar products. Under the new regulation, only subcontracting companies that are duly approved and registered with the ARSP are authorised to supply and commercialise these materials. The decision was adopted on January 7, 2026, and is binding on all mining operators without… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Strengthens Zambia–U.S. Mining and Investment Partnership

December 14, 2025December 14, 2025 Constance

President Hichilema, U.S. Agree on Mining Cooperation and Business Reforms to Unlock Major U.S. Grant Support President Hakainde Hichilema and U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs Caleb Orr have agreed on a strategic framework aimed at unlocking a substantial package of U.S. grant support in return for enhanced cooperation in the mining sector and the implementation of clear, investor-focused business reforms. The proposed support package, to be complemented by a restructured Millennium Challenge Corporation Compact and a five-year partnership on public health, is intended to… Read More Here

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Tshisekedi Outlines Four Priorities After Historic Peace Agreement with Rwanda

December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 Constance

DRC–Rwanda Peace Deal: Tshisekedi Sets Roadmap for Security, Withdrawal of Foreign Forces & Lasting Stability As is customary, President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo addressed parliamentarians gathered in Congress on Monday, December 8, 2025. In his speech, he clarified the nature and objectives of the agreements recently signed in Washington. He emphasized that four major priorities will guide government action in the coming weeks—key steps intended to translate the peace accord into tangible results on the ground. Reflecting on what he called a historic moment, President Tshisekedi underlined the importance of… Read More Here

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Tshisekedi Launches Strategic Overhaul to Reclaim and Reshape the Congolese Mining Sector

December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 Constance

DRC Recovers 30,000 Mining Sites and Introduces Cobalt Export Quotas to Boost Strategic Control President Félix Tshisekedi has announced a sweeping restructuring of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector—an economic pillar and a crucial strategic resource in the global shift toward clean energy. His objective is clear: regain control of a fragmented industry, long undervalued and dominated by speculative interests, and turn it into a genuine engine of national development. The government has reclaimed nearly 30,000 mining concessions previously held by inactive operators or land hoarders. The move signals… Read More Here

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Macron Welcomes DRC–Rwanda Peace Agreement Signed in Washington

December 6, 2025December 6, 2025 Constance

French President Macron Commends New DRC–Rwanda Peace Agreement and Urges Lasting Commitment French President Emmanuel Macron reacted publicly to the peace agreement signed in Washington on December 4, 2025, between the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, and his Rwandan counterpart, Paul Kagame. The accord was concluded with the support of international partners and under the auspices of the United States. In a message posted on his official account, the French Head of State welcomed “a step forward made possible by the commitment of the parties,” while… Read More Here

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President Tshisekedi and IMF Chief Discuss Reforms and Economic Stability in Washington

December 6, 2025December 6, 2025 Constance

IMF Hails Reform Commitments After Meeting With President Tshisekedi in Washington During a working visit to the United States, President Félix Tshisekedi met on Thursday, December 4, 2025, with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The talks, described as a “fruitful exchange,” focused on the progress of the current economic program and the structural challenges facing the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the head of the IMF, President Tshisekedi reaffirmed his determination to strengthen macroeconomic resilience, despite a difficult international environment and internal pressures linked to… Read More Here