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DRC Govt Cracks Down on Illegal Gold Mining in Ituri Amid Major Sector Reform Push 1

DRC Launches Major Crackdown on Illegal Gold Mining in Ituri as Government Seizes Equipment and Orders Site Closures The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has intensified enforcement actions against illegal activities in the mining sector, signaling a stricter regulatory approach aimed at restoring order and accountability in the industry. During a field mission in eastern DRC, the Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, ordered the immediate closure of several illegal gold mining sites in the Djalasiga chiefdom, located in Mahagi territory. The operation underscores the government’s determination… Read More Here

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ARSP Orders Major Cement Companies in Kongo Central to Remove 408 Non-Compliant Subcontractors

April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC’s ARSP Directs CIMKO, PPC Barnet, CICO, and CILU to Cancel Contracts with 408 Ineligible Subcontractors Investment momentum in renewable energy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a new milestone following a new strategic partnership aimed at expanding solar power infrastructure in the country’s mining heartland. The National Agency for Rural Electrification and Energy Services (ANSER) has signed an agreement with Propav Infrastructure Limited for the development of two large-scale solar power plants in Lualaba. Major solar capacity planned The project will deliver a combined installed capacity… Read More Here

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ARSP Introduces 60-Day Compliance Period to Enforce Local Participation in Mineral Transport

April 4, 2026April 4, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Moves to Enforce 50% Local Transport Rule in Mining Industry with 60-Day Compliance Deadline In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) has announced the imminent implementation of a 60-day moratorium for companies operating in the mining sector. The measure aims to ensure compliance with existing regulations requiring the inclusion of Congolese transport companies in the transportation of mineral resources. A decree issued by the Deputy Prime Minister in charge of Transport stipulates that at least 50% of contracts for… Read More Here

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President Hichilema Credits KCM Revival for Boosting Zambia’s Economic Recovery

March 31, 2026March 31, 2026 Constance0 comment

President Hakainde Hichilema Highlights Mining Sector Recovery as Economic Reforms Boost Copperbelt Growth President Hakainde Hichilema says the economic reforms implemented by his administration are beginning to yield positive results, marked by increased activity in the mining sector, particularly on the Copperbelt. President Hichilema noted that the Copperbelt had previously experienced a decline in economic activity due to reduced operations in the mining industry. However, he pointed to the resumption of operations by Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) and other mining firms as clear evidence of the success of the government’s… Read More Here

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Haut-Uele Governor Backs Cancellation of Kibali Subcontracting Agreements

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 Constance

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 Constance

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