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Kakobola Hydropower Plant Commissioned to Expand Electricity Access in Kwilu Province 1 Mining in DRC Hydro power plant 

Kakobola Hydropower Plant Commissioned to Expand Electricity Access in Kwilu Province

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DRC Inaugurates 10.5 MW Kakobola Hydropower Plant to Power 400,000 Residents and Boost Regional Development The Democratic Republic of the Congo has taken another significant step in advancing its national electrification agenda with the official inauguration of the Kakobola Hydroelectric Power Plant in Gungu Territory, Kwilu Province. The inauguration ceremony was held under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, Félix Tshisekedi, and attended by the Minister of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity, Aimé Sakombi Molendo. With an installed capacity of 10.5 megawatts (MW), the Kakobola facility utilizes run-of-river… Read More Here
MMG Kinsevere Strengthens University Partnerships to Support Mining Sector Transformation in the DRC 2 Mining in DRC 

MMG Kinsevere Strengthens University Partnerships to Support Mining Sector Transformation in the DRC

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MMG Kinsevere, Gécamines and KCC Promote Industry–University Collaboration as DRC Mining Sector Shifts to Sulfide Processing and Advanced Technologies MMG Limited’s Kinsevere operation participated in the third edition of the Industry University Forum organized by New Horizons University (UNH), alongside major players in the mining sector, including Gécamines, Kamoto Copper Company (KCC), Mutanda Mining (MUMI), and KICO. The forum focused on the evolution of engineering education in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the growing need for universities to align training programs with the technical demands of a rapidly… Read More Here
DRC’s Power Demand Boom Underscores Need for Massive Energy Investment 3 Mining in DRC Electricity 

DRC’s Power Demand Boom Underscores Need for Massive Energy Investment

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DRC Electricity Demand Surges 18.2% Despite Supply Constraints, Highlighting Urgent Need for Power and Infrastructure Investment Electricity demand is rising rapidly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, signaling an economy in motion but also exposing deep structural constraints in the country’s energy system. In 2024, electricity consumption increased by 18.2%, driven largely by expanding industrial activity, particularly in the Maluku Special Economic Zone. The surge represents a significant milestone for a country where access to reliable energy remains limited. However, the growth in demand was not matched by supply.… Read More Here
DRC Moves to Reassert Control Over Kakanda Mine After Deadly Landslide 4 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

DRC Moves to Reassert Control Over Kakanda Mine After Deadly Landslide

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DRC Government Orders Evacuation of Illegal Miners from Kakanda Following Fatal Landslide The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has initiated decisive steps to regain authority over a contested mining concession in Kakanda, after a tragic landslide claimed the lives of 11 people during the night of March 10–11, 2026. The site, operated by Boss Mining, had been taken over by unauthorized artisanal miners following the suspension of industrial operations. Authorities now aim to restore order, improve safety, and reestablish formal mining activities. Government Launches Evacuation and Relocation Strategy… Read More Here
Copper Intelligence Launches Drilling Program at Butembo Copper Project in DRC 5 Mining in DRC Copper Drilling Investment News New Mining Projects 

Copper Intelligence Launches Drilling Program at Butembo Copper Project in DRC

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Copper Intelligence Initiates Butembo Drilling Campaign to Explore Copper Potential in Eastern DRC Copper Intelligence (formerly African Discovery Group, AFDG) has announced the deployment of a drill rig at its Butembo copper project in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initiative, in partnership with South Africa’s Gemdrill, aims to further assess the site’s geology and evaluate mineralization at depth. The company plans to begin drilling in mid-April 2026, although timelines could be affected by customs procedures and local road conditions. Preliminary analysis of core samples is expected by early… Read More Here
DRC Ministry of Mines Launches Joint Inspection at TFM Following Air Pollution Allegations 6 Mining in DRC Corporate News Mining safety 

DRC Ministry of Mines Launches Joint Inspection at TFM Following Air Pollution Allegations

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DRC Mines Ministry Investigates Tenke Fungurume Mining Over Lualaba Air Quality Concerns The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ministry of Mines announced on March 18, 2026, the deployment of a joint inspection mission to the Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) site, a subsidiary of China Molybdenum Company (CMOC), following allegations of air pollution affecting communities in Lualaba province. The move comes after a report by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) highlighted concerns about declining air quality around the mine. The ministry emphasized that, at this stage, the allegations remain largely based on… Read More Here
TFM Responds to EIA Report, Reinforces Commitment to Environmental and Community Safety 7 Mining in DRC Corporate News Mining safety Safety & Health 

TFM Responds to EIA Report, Reinforces Commitment to Environmental and Community Safety

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Tenke Fungurume Mining Clarifies Facts After EIA Report on 30K Plant Environmental Performance Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has addressed the report published on March 9, 2026, by the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), which assessed the environmental performance of TFM’s 30K processing plant. While TFM recognizes the importance of independent evaluations regarding health, occupational safety, environmental protection, and community welfare, the report contains several claims that are factually inaccurate or based on unverified assumptions. TFM considers it essential to set the record straight. Since January 29, TFM has responded openly to… Read More Here
TFM Transforms Fungurume: 15 Years of Sustainable Community Development 8 Mining in DRC Corporate News Corporate social responsibility 

TFM Transforms Fungurume: 15 Years of Sustainable Community Development

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TFM’s CSR Programs Drive Health, Education, and Infrastructure Growth in Fungurume Since breaking ground on its mine in 2006, Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has actively implemented a comprehensive corporate social responsibility (CSR) program. From the outset, the company prioritized key social areas and designed recovery programs to benefit the surrounding communities. Health and education were the primary focus, followed by initiatives in agriculture and infrastructure. Complementary programs included training in savings and credit management, as well as the creation of income-generating activities for local residents. These programs were informed by… Read More Here
DRC Minister of Mines Launches Sector Reform to Boost Efficiency and Transparency 9 Mining in DRC 

DRC Minister of Mines Launches Sector Reform to Boost Efficiency and Transparency

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DRC Mining Sector Reform Kicks Off with Minister Louis Watum Kabamba’s Administrative Overhaul The Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector is entering a new era of reform, beginning at its administrative core. Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba signaled the government’s commitment to change with a hands-on visit to the General Secretariat for Mines on Wednesday. The objective was clear: see operations firsthand, understand challenges without filters, and initiate a dynamic of efficiency and results-driven reform. From his arrival, the atmosphere was electric. Greeted enthusiastically by mobilized staff, Minister Watum… Read More Here
DRC Advances Hydro-Metallurgical Copper and Cobalt Refinery Project in Lualaba Province 10 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

DRC Advances Hydro-Metallurgical Copper and Cobalt Refinery Project in Lualaba Province

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DRC and Buenassa Resources Partner on Copper and Cobalt Refinery in Lualaba Province The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is advancing a major hydro-metallurgical copper and cobalt refinery project in Lualaba Province, following high-level discussions between the Mining Cadastre and Buenassa Resources Sarl. On Tuesday, March 17, Mr. Popol Mabolia, Director General of the Mining Cadastre, met with Mr. Eddy Kioni, Director General of Buenassa Resources Sarl, to discuss the project within the framework of the broader DRC-United States strategic partnership on critical minerals. Buenassa Resources Sarl is spearheading the… Read More Here

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