Governance - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Governor Christophe Nangaa salutes the prowess of the ARSP in his province 1

In Haut-Uélé’s town of Doko, Miguel Kashal, Director General of the Regulatory Authority for the control of subcontracting in the private sector (ARSP), met with Governor Christophe Nangaa Baseane to discuss subcontracting and ARSP’s initiatives. Governor Baseane expressed full support for Kashal’s efforts to involve local entrepreneurs in Kibali Gold mining’s value chain, a subsidiary of the Barrick Group. He emphasized the importance of ensuring that subcontracting benefits the province and its residents. In response, Kashal highlighted the importance of transparency and ensuring that the local population benefits from the… Read More Here

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DRC Targets Local Ownership in Subcontracting

March 17, 2024March 17, 2024 Constance

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Regulatory Authority for the Control of Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) currently registers 15,000 subcontracting companies. Director General Miguel Kashal Katemb announced plans to increase this number to 50,000 to 60,000 by the end of 2024 during a briefing with Minister of Communication and Media, Patrick Muyaya. Efforts are underway to ensure that Congolese businesses secure significant contracts, particularly in the mining sector, according to Kashal. Since 2017, the ARSP has enforced laws requiring subcontracting to be predominantly owned by Congolese… Read More Here

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President Tshisekedi Meets British Minister to Discuss Eastern DRC Security

March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 Constance

President Félix Tshisekedi met on Wednesday at the African Union City with a British delegation led by Richard Henry Ronald Benyon, Britain’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Environment and Climate. The security crisis in the east of the country was among the topics discussed. “We want to help the DRC find solutions to this terrible situation. We will use all channels of communication to focus on peace in the DRC,” Lord Benyon said. In addition, Lord Benyon reiterated the UK’s commitment to creating a mutually beneficial partnership with the… Read More Here

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ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracts Worth US$1 Billion Due to Legal Violations

March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 Constance

The Regulatory Authority for Public Procurement (ARSP) has taken decisive action by canceling three subcontract agreements, valued at over US$1 billion collectively, for violations of the law. Among the affected companies are RSN (CREC 7, CREC 9) and International Fourteenth First Congo SARL, both affiliated with SICOMINES shareholders, who were operating as subcontractors for excavation projects within the main company. The third company facing sanctions is BANGDE CONSTRUCTION. These cancellations come as a response to these subcontractors’ failure to comply with legal requirements. Their combined contracts exceeded the stipulated limit,… Read More Here

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Kagame and Lourenço Discuss DRC Security in Luanda Meeting

March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 Constance

President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and his Angolan counterpart Joao Lourenço met in Luanda on Monday, March 11, to discuss the security situation in eastern DR Congo, as reported by Village Urugwiro. Kagame was on a one-day working visit to Luanda, where both leaders agreed on key steps to address the root causes of the conflict. They emphasized the importance of upholding the Luanda and Nairobi processes to achieve peace and stability in the region. Lourenço, serving as a mediator between Rwanda and DR Congo, played a crucial role in… Read More Here

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Félix Tshisekedi Enhances Bilateral Relations during Qatar Visit

March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Constance

Félix Tshisekedi embarked on a two-day working visit to Doha, Qatar, on Monday, aimed at bolstering bilateral relations between Qatar and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) across various areas of mutual interest. Upon arrival, the Congolese president received a warm welcome from Dr. Ahmad bin Hassen Al Hammadi, Secretary General of the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Valerie Lusamba Kabeya, Ambassador of the DRC to Qatar. During the first day of his mission, President Tshisekedi visited the DRC embassy in Doha, where he engaged with the diplomatic staff… Read More Here

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Angola Mediates Congolese-Rwandan Talks to Address Eastern Congo Crisis

March 3, 2024March 3, 2024 Constance

Angolan President Joao Lourenço, acting as a mediator appointed by the African Union, welcomed his Congolese counterpart, President Antoine Félix Tshisekedi Tshilombo, in Luanda last week to discuss the prevailing situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The key outcome of the meeting was President Tshisekedi’s acceptance of the principle of a meeting with President Paul Kagame of Rwanda, according to Foreign Relations Minister Tete António. “The Republic of Angola, in its role as mediator, bears the responsibility of facilitating the necessary steps to materialize this meeting,” Minister António… Read More Here

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President Tshisekedi Discusses Eastern DRC Security with Angolan Counterpart

February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 Constance

President Félix Tshisekedi arrived in Luanda, Angola, on Tuesday morning for a one-on-one meeting with his Angolan counterpart to address the security situation in eastern DRC. Upon the Angolan President’s initiative, this closed session in Luanda follows up on the mini-summit on security in eastern DRC held on February 18 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the 37th Ordinary Session of the African Union Heads of State and Government. During the discussions, the DRC reiterated its stance, emphasizing the immediate withdrawal of Rwandan military troops from Congolese territory, cessation of hostilities… Read More Here

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President Tshisekedi Condemns Rwanda-EU Pact as Threat to DRC’s Resources

February 25, 2024February 25, 2024 Constance

President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has sharply criticized the recent memorandum of understanding between Rwanda and the European Union (EU) regarding sustainable value chains for critical raw materials. Speaking during a special press briefing aired live on the national channel, Rtnc, Tshisekedi labeled the agreement as a tasteless provocation. Tshisekedi argued that the pact would only serve to further exploit the DRC’s natural resources to the benefit of the Rwandan regime. He condemned the EU’s involvement, accusing it of indirectly supporting the illicit trade of… Read More Here

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ARSP Cancels Three Subcontracting Contracts Worth Estimated $1 Billion for Law Violation

February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 Constance

CRSN (CREC 7, CREC 9) and INTERNATIONAL FOURTEENTH FIRST CONGO SARL are the first two companies affected by this cancellation measure, both held by shareholders of SICOMINES disguised as subcontractors for excavation works within the same main company. The third company sanctioned for the same offense is BANGDE CONSTRUCTION. Despite not being eligible, these three subcontractors alone hold contracts worth over a billion dollars, which constitutes a violation of the law. Therefore, this measure will enable companies with majority Congolese capital to obtain more contracts in line with the vision… Read More Here