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ZCCM-IH Moves to Revive London Listing as Zambia Pushes Mining Sector Reform 1

Zambia’s ZCCM-IH Plans London Listing Revival as It Expands Free Float and Upgrades Market Infrastructure Zambia’s state-linked mining investment firm, ZCCM Investments Holdings, is preparing to restore activity on the London Stock Exchange after a prolonged suspension of its secondary listing, marking a renewed push to re-engage international investors. The company’s London presence has been disrupted in recent years due to ongoing delays in financial reporting. Management is now advancing a broader reform programme aimed at stabilising disclosures, strengthening governance systems, and improving investor transparency. A central part of the… Read More Here

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IMF Approves $348.5 Million Financing Package for the DRC

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

IMF Unlocks $348.5 Million Funding for DR Congo to Support Growth, Mining Expansion and Climate Resilience The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved nearly US$348.5 million in new financing for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), reinforcing international support for one of Africa’s most resource-rich and fast-growing economies as it continues to navigate security challenges, public health risks, and climate-related pressures. The funding was approved following successful programme reviews under the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), unlocking disbursements aimed at stabilising the economy and… Read More Here

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Vedanta Raises Copper Investment Firepower Through Partial CopperTech Stake Sale

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance0 comment

Vedanta sells 11.8% CopperTech stake to fund $372m expansion of Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines UK-based Vedanta Resources is restructuring part of its asset portfolio to raise capital for expansion of its copper operations in Zambia, as global demand for the metal continues to strengthen. The company has announced plans to sell 11.8%, or approximately 23.5 million shares, in its US-based subsidiary CopperTech Metals Inc. The transaction is expected to generate net proceeds of up to $429 million, with around $372 million earmarked for investment in Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines (KCM)… Read More Here

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EquityBCDC Positions Itself as Key Financier of DRC Mining Industrialization and Value Chain Development

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance0 comment

EquityBCDC Expands $200 Million Lending Capacity to Drive Mining Industrialization and SME Growth in the DRC The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is increasingly focused on transforming its vast mineral wealth into long-term economic prosperity through the development of local industries and integrated value chains. Achieving this ambition, however, requires strong financial support across all levels of the mining ecosystem. EquityBCDC, one of the country’s leading commercial banks, says it is positioning itself as a key financial partner in supporting mining industrialization, particularly by strengthening funding access for small and… Read More Here

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MMG Kinsevere Urges More Investment as Global Copper Supply Tightens at DRC Mining Week

June 20, 2026June 20, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mining Week 2026: MMG Kinsevere Warns of Future Copper Supply Deficit and Calls for Increased Investment MMG Kinsevere has called for increased investment in the global copper industry, warning that rising demand driven by the energy transition and rapid urbanization could place significant pressure on supply over the next decade. Speaking during DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi, Xie Hao, Deputy General Manager for Technology and Operations Assurance at MMG Kinsevere, said the Democratic Republic of Congo is well positioned to play a critical role in meeting future global copper… Read More Here

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Vedanta IPO Plans Boost Zambia’s Ambitious Copper Growth Strategy

June 20, 2026June 20, 2026 Constance0 comment

Vedanta’s Planned CopperTech IPO Could Accelerate Konkola Expansion, ZCCM Says Zambia’s ZCCM Investment Holdings says Vedanta Resources’ planned initial public offering (IPO) of its copper business could significantly accelerate the development of the $2.7 billion Konkola Deep Mining Project (KDMP), one of the country’s most ambitious copper expansion initiatives. Vedanta is preparing to list CopperTech Metals, a US-domiciled integrated copper and cobalt producer that will hold the group’s mining assets, including its 79% stake in Konkola Copper Mines (KCM). ZCCM Investment Holdings owns the remaining 21% of KCM. The planned… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Showcases Zambia’s Mining Investment Growth Ahead of Paris Capital Markets Day

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Constance0 comment

ZCCM-IH Highlights US$12 Billion Mining Investment Surge and Rising Market Value Ahead of Paris Investor Day Ahead of the ZCCM-IH Capital Markets & Investor Day scheduled for Friday, 19 June 2026, in Paris, France, a delegation led by Board Chairperson Phesto Musonda paid a courtesy visit to the Zambian Embassy in France. During the engagement, Mr Musonda commended the Government of the Republic of Zambia for implementing key reforms that have strengthened the mining sector, attracted approximately US$12 billion in investment, and unlocked significant opportunities in the energy industry. He… Read More Here

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Raoul Wazenga Positions DRC for Energy Transition Boom with $199 Million Exploration Program

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Invests Nearly $200 Million in Geological Exploration as Raoul Wazenga Targets New Critical Mineral Discoveries The Congolese government is stepping up efforts to secure the future of its mining industry through major investments in geological research and mineral exploration. Speaking at a press conference held on Monday in Lubumbashi, Raoul Wazenga Vitima, Director General of the National Geological Survey of Congo (SGNC), outlined the government’s ambitious exploration programs aimed at identifying new mineral deposits to support the global energy transition and create employment opportunities for local communities. According to… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Backs 600MW Power Project to Strengthen Zambia’s Energy Security and Drive Growth

June 1, 2026June 1, 2026 Constance

ZCCM-IH Invests US$54.2 Million in 600MW Power Plant to Boost Zambia’s Energy Security and Support Mining Growth LUSAKA, Zambia – June 1, 2026 – ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has announced a major investment in Zambia’s energy sector through the development of a 600MW thermal power plant in Sinazongwe District, Southern Province, aimed at addressing the country’s power deficit, enhancing energy security, and supporting economic growth. The project will be developed through a special purpose vehicle, Ever Great Energy Company Limited (Ever Great), a joint venture between ZCCM-IH and Wonderful… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Secures $1.5m Investment to Accelerate Zambia Copper Expansion

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026 Constance

Jubilee Metals Advances Molefe Copper Growth Strategy with New Funding Investment Zambia-focused integrated copper producer and resource developer Jubilee Metals, listed on both the AIM and AltX, has secured a $1.5 million unsecured convertible loan note to accelerate development across the greater Molefe region. The investment comes from an undisclosed backer with a strong track record in copper project development, including involvement in Mantos Copper and its subsequent merger with Capstone Copper. Jubilee Metals said the funding reflects strong investor confidence in its copper exploration and mining strategy in Zambia,… Read More Here