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Kinshasa Faces Major Road Infrastructure Gap as Government Accelerates National Development Projects

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance0 comment

Kinshasa Has Only 1,000 km of Developed Roads Despite Need for 6,000 km, Says Infrastructure Minister KINSHASA – The Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital is facing a significant shortage of road infrastructure, with only a fraction of the urban road network required to support its rapidly growing population. According to Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works John Banza, Kinshasa currently has approximately 1,000 kilometers of developed roads, compared to an estimated requirement of 6,000 kilometers. This means that only about 17% of the city’s road infrastructure needs have been met.… Read More Here

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Zambia’s ERB Approves 32 Energy Licences and K4.5 Billion Investment in Power, Fuel, and Renewables

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance0 comment

Zambia Energy Sector 2026: ERB Approves 32 Licences, K4.5 Billion Investment in Solar, Fuel Stations and Infrastructure The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 32 new energy licences, 16 construction permits, and multiple licence amendments, unlocking investment commitments worth approximately K4.5 billion (US$253 million) for energy infrastructure and service delivery in Zambia. Speaking during a media briefing on Thursday, ERB Public Relations Manager Namukolo Kasumpa said the approvals covered the electricity, renewable energy and downstream petroleum sectors, reflecting continued expansion across the country’s energy value chain. She said the decisions… Read More Here

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Zambia and US Expand $491 Million Grant Programme to Support Lobito Corridor Infrastructure

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance0 comment

Zambia, US Redirect Part of $491 Million Agriculture Grant to Boost Lobito Corridor and Critical Minerals Infrastructure Zambia has reached an agreement with the United States’ Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) to expand the scope of a $491 million grant programme, allowing part of the funding to support infrastructure linked to the country’s critical minerals sector and the strategic Lobito Corridor. The grant, signed in 2024 under the MCC’s “farm-to-market” initiative, was initially designed to strengthen agricultural development and improve rural transport networks in Africa’s second-largest copper producer. According to a… Read More Here

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KCM’s US$5 Million Road Upgrade Project Nears Completion in Chililabombwe and Chingola

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance0 comment

Konkola Copper Mines Nears Completion of US$5 Million Road Rehabilitation Project in Zambia’s Copperbelt Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has made significant progress on its US$5 million road rehabilitation programme in Chililabombwe and Chingola, with construction works in Chililabombwe approaching completion and road upgrades gathering pace in Chingola. The infrastructure initiative involves the rehabilitation and construction of approximately eight kilometres of roads across the two Copperbelt towns, including 4.1 kilometres in Chililabombwe and 3.9 kilometres in Chingola. The project forms part of KCM’s broader commitment to community development and infrastructure improvement… Read More Here

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US and South Africa Open Talks on Mining and Infrastructure Cooperation Amid Diplomatic Thaw

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 Constance

US and South Africa Hold High-Level Talks on Critical Minerals, Mining Investment, and Infrastructure Projects The United States and South Africa have initiated early-stage discussions on cooperation in mining, infrastructure, and investment, indicating a potential easing of recent diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The engagement, held in Johannesburg, was described as the most senior bilateral meeting between Washington and Pretoria this year. The talks centered on opportunities in critical minerals, a sector of growing strategic importance as the US works to reduce reliance on China-dominated supply chains for materials… Read More Here

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Angola and Zambia Reaffirm Security and Economic Cooperation at Joint Defence and Security Meeting

May 5, 2026May 5, 2026 Constance

Angola, Zambia Strengthen Defence and Trade Cooperation, Advance Lobito Corridor and Border Infrastructure Plans The Republic of Angola has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Zambia, with a focus on regional stability, good neighbourliness, and expanded strategic cooperation. The position was outlined during the official opening of the Ministerial Meeting of the 34th Angola–Zambia Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security held in Luanda. Angola’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Téte António, said Angola’s foreign policy remains anchored in dialogue, mutual respect, and collaboration with neighbouring states. He described… Read More Here

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FQM Leads Solwezi’s Infrastructure Revolution with Mitech–Boom Gate Road Upgrade

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Solwezi Rising: The Mitech–Boom Gate Road Upgrade and the New Face of Urban Growth Over the past decade, Solwezi has undergone a steady transformation from a quiet provincial town into one of Zambia’s fastest-growing economic centres. At the heart of this growth has been the sustained presence and investment of First Quantum Minerals (FQM), whose operations have increasingly extended beyond mining into infrastructure development that supports the town’s expansion. As economic activity rises, so too does the demand for modern infrastructure capable of sustaining industry and a growing population. FQM… Read More Here

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DRC Launches RN1 Upgrade to Boost Trade Corridor with Angola and Open Up Kasai Region

April 12, 2026April 12, 2026 Constance

DRC Starts $175M RN1 Road Upgrade to Boost DRC–Angola Trade Corridor and Improve Infrastructure Across Kasai Region The Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works, John Banza Lunda, officially launched paving works on National Road 1 (RN1) on April 5, 2026, marking a major step in upgrading a key transport artery in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The works cover the stretch between Kananga and the Kakangayi River in Kabeya-Kamwanga territory, forming part of the broader DRC–Angola transnational economic corridor designed to enhance trade between the Kasai region and Angola.… Read More Here

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Transport Infrastructure Takes Center Stage at DRC–Angola Economic Forum

April 4, 2026April 4, 2026 Constance

Lobito Corridor Project Seen as Key to Regional Integration and Trade Growth in Southern Africa At the third Economic Forum between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola, transport and communication infrastructure emerged as a central lever for accelerating regional integration and reducing the outward orientation of national economies. Gathered around the theme “Sub-regional Infrastructure Development Strategy: How to Strengthen Integration and Minimize External Dependence,” experts, policymakers, and private sector stakeholders reached a shared conclusion: without efficient and interconnected transport networks, Southern Africa will struggle to unlock its full… Read More Here

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DRC Signs Deal to Build Strategic Dry Port in Kwala, Tanzania

March 14, 2026March 14, 2026 Constance

DRC Signs Concession for Kwala Dry Port in Tanzania to Cut Logistics Costs and Boost Trade The Democratic Republic of the Congo is advancing its strategy to strengthen trade competitiveness by developing new logistics infrastructure aimed at improving the efficiency of its import and export supply chains. Authorities in Kinshasa have signed a concession agreement with Boston Developers Ltd for the construction of a dry port in Kwala, Tanzania, a project designed to streamline cargo handling and reduce the logistical bottlenecks affecting Congolese trade. The initiative is being led by… Read More Here