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ARSP Director Praises Diplomacy Behind New DRC–Rwanda Agreement 1 Mining in DRC Governance 

ARSP Director Praises Diplomacy Behind New DRC–Rwanda Agreement

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DRC–Rwanda Peace and Economic Agreement Welcomed by ARSP Director Miguel Kashal Miguel Kashal, Director General of the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP), followed from his office the ceremony marking the ratification of the recent peace and economic agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. On this occasion, he commended what he described as the active diplomacy of President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, which, according to him, helped pave the way for a new phase of dialogue between Kinshasa and Kigali after decades of conflict in eastern… Read More Here
A New Chapter for the Great Lakes? Tshisekedi and Kagame Sign Washington Peace Accord 2 Mining in DRC Governance Regional conflict 

A New Chapter for the Great Lakes? Tshisekedi and Kagame Sign Washington Peace Accord

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Tshisekedi and Kagame Sign U.S.-Brokered Peace Agreement in Washington to Ease DRC–Rwanda Tensions, Under the mediation of U.S. President Donald Trump, Democratic Republic of the Congo President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame signed a peace agreement in Washington on Thursday, December 4, 2025. The accord is presented as an important step toward normalizing relations between the two neighboring countries after years of regional tension. Although orchestrated by the White House, the agreement primarily seeks to establish a new framework for cooperation in the Great Lakes region. It outlines… Read More Here
Qatar Emir’s Historic Visit to DRC Yields Six Strategic Bilateral Agreements 3 Mining in DRC Governance 

Qatar Emir’s Historic Visit to DRC Yields Six Strategic Bilateral Agreements

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Sheikh Tamim Signs Six Key Agreements with DRC to Boost Trade, Ports, and Development His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, made his first official visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Friday, November 21, 2025, marked by the signing of six bilateral agreements with significant economic potential. Welcomed by President Félix Tshisekedi, the Emir discussed shared priorities including economic cooperation, regional stability, and investment opportunities. The flagship agreement focuses on the port sector. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Qatar Ports Management Company… Read More Here
Tshisekedi Mobilizes Govt After Paris Conference Secures €1.5 Billion for Eastern DRC 4 Mining in DRC Governance 

Tshisekedi Mobilizes Govt After Paris Conference Secures €1.5 Billion for Eastern DRC

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DRC Secures €1.5 Billion for Eastern Crisis: Tshisekedi Orders Rapid Action After Paris Peace Conference During the Council of Ministers meeting on Friday, November 14, President Félix Tshisekedi reaffirmed the major outcomes of the Conference in Support of Peace and Prosperity in the Great Lakes Region, held on October 30 in Paris. He emphasized that the event successfully brought the humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC back to the forefront of the international agenda and led to the mobilization of unprecedented financial support. Thanks to strong diplomatic efforts by the Congolese… Read More Here
Zambia Welcomes Chinese Premier for Landmark Visit to Boost Investment and Economic Growth 5 Mining in Zambia Economy Governance 

Zambia Welcomes Chinese Premier for Landmark Visit to Boost Investment and Economic Growth

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Chinese Premier Visits Zambia for First Time in 28 Years Amid Investment Push Zambia will this week host a Chinese premier for the first time in 28 years, a landmark visit signaling renewed international attention as the copper-rich nation emerges from a challenging financial period and positions itself for investment-led growth. According to Reuters, Beijing is eager to secure access to Zambia’s commodities and expand markets for Chinese exporters, moving swiftly to deepen bilateral ties. China’s Strategic Role in Zambia China remains Zambia’s largest official creditor, with $5.7 billion owed,… Read More Here
Zambia and Angola Strengthen Bilateral Ties to Boost Trade, Security, and Regional Integration 6 Mining in Zambia Angola Governance 

Zambia and Angola Strengthen Bilateral Ties to Boost Trade, Security, and Regional Integration

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Zambia, Angola Deepen Bilateral Cooperation for Shared Development Zambia and Angola have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors, including trade, infrastructure development, defence, and regional integration. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, delivered a special message from President Hakainde Hichilema to Angolan President João Lourenço during a visit to Luanda. The message underscored Zambia’s desire to deepen collaboration with Angola in advancing mutual economic growth and regional stability. Speaking after the meeting, Mr. Haimbe said the engagement focused on expanding cooperation in… Read More Here
Governor Fifi Masuka Calls for Stronger DRC–Zambia Partnership to Drive Sustainable Mining and Local Value Creation 7 Mining in DRC Events & Expos Governance Mining in Zambia 

Governor Fifi Masuka Calls for Stronger DRC–Zambia Partnership to Drive Sustainable Mining and Local Value Creation

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Lualaba Governor Fifi Masuka Urges DRC–Zambia Cooperation for Responsible Mining, Value Addition, and Africa’s Energy Transition The Governor of Lualaba Province, Her Excellency Fifi Masuka Saini, has called for closer cooperation between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia to promote value addition, local processing, and sustainable mining governance across the region. Delivering her keynote address at the Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka in Lusaka, Governor Masuka paid tribute to President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the DRC and President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia for their visionary leadership in shaping… Read More Here
DRC Shuts Down Illegal Chinese Gold Mine in Watsa 8 Mining in DRC Gold Governance 

DRC Shuts Down Illegal Chinese Gold Mine in Watsa

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Minister Watum Kabamba Leads Crackdown on Illegal Gold Mine in Watsa Watsa, Haut-Uélé Province — In a decisive move to restore order and legality to the mining sector, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba led a forceful operation in Watsa territory that resulted in the shutdown of a large-scale illegal gold mining operation run by Chinese nationals. The action marks a major milestone in the government’s campaign against mining predation and lawlessness. A High-Profile Raid in Gatanga Under the blazing sun and clouds of dust… Read More Here
President Tshisekedi Calls for a Balanced EU–DRC Partnership Centered on Shared Prosperity and Responsible Growth 9 Mining in DRC Governance 

President Tshisekedi Calls for a Balanced EU–DRC Partnership Centered on Shared Prosperity and Responsible Growth

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DRC President Félix Tshisekedi Urges Europe to Embrace a Fair, Reciprocal Partnership for Sustainable Development and Critical Minerals Cooperation At Global Gateway Forum 2025, During the second edition of the Global Gateway Forum, President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo reaffirmed the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) commitment to forging a new partnership with Europe — one based on reciprocity, mutual respect, and shared interests. Addressing European leaders gathered in Brussels, President Tshisekedi called for an end to unequal cooperation models and urged the creation of a mature, balanced economic relationship focused… Read More Here
DRC Launches Nationwide Subcontracting Oversight to Boost Local Businesses and Economic Growth 10 Mining in DRC Governance 

DRC Launches Nationwide Subcontracting Oversight to Boost Local Businesses and Economic Growth

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DRC Launches Comprehensive Oversight of Subcontracting to Boost Local Content and Economic Growth The Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) has officially launched a nationwide oversight programme to regulate subcontracting activities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). At the launch event, ARSP Director General Miguel Kashal called on principal companies and subcontractors to work together to ensure the success of this initiative. “Through this launch, we pay tribute to President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, who has placed the ARSP at the centre of his strategy to create… Read More Here

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