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Cobalt Institute Hosts Roundtable in Kinshasa to Address Concerns Over Child Labor in Congolese Cobalt Production 1 Mining in DRC Cobalt 

Cobalt Institute Hosts Roundtable in Kinshasa to Address Concerns Over Child Labor in Congolese Cobalt Production

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The Cobalt Institute, a global trade association representing the entire cobalt industry and value chain, held a roundtable discussion on Thursday, October 17, in Kinshasa. The focus was on the potential inclusion of Congolese cobalt in the U.S. Department of Labor’s 2024 list of goods produced by child or forced labor. Deputy Minister of Mines, Godard Motemona, actively participated in the roundtable, which brought together various stakeholders from both the public and private mining sectors. Notably, Chanda Uluca, the Division Chief for the African Zone of the U.S. Department of… Read More Here
Minister Kizito Pakabomba Urges Local Communities to Leverage Mining Subsidies for Development 2 Mining in DRC 

Minister Kizito Pakabomba Urges Local Communities to Leverage Mining Subsidies for Development

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The Congolese Minister of Mines, Kizito Pakabomba, has called on decentralized territorial entities (ETDs) and communities in mining regions to establish clear and coherent development programs that effectively utilize the 0.3% subsidy from the turnover of mining companies, as mandated by current legislation. During a press café held in Kinshasa on Thursday, Minister Pakabomba emphasized the importance of planning projects tailored to the specific needs of local communities, noting that these initiatives could significantly impact provincial development. “The 0.3% of the turnover of industrial companies is allocated to local communities.… Read More Here
DRC Minister of Mines Advocates for Reforms in Mining Sector at CAMI Press Café 3 Mining in DRC 

DRC Minister of Mines Advocates for Reforms in Mining Sector at CAMI Press Café

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The Mining Registry (CAMI) hosted its third press café on Thursday at the Pullman Hotel in Kinshasa, attended by the Congolese Minister of Mines, Kizito Pakabomba. During the event, Minister Pakabomba reiterated the government’s commitment to comprehensive reforms in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. Among the proposed reforms are the revitalization of the General Inspectorate of Mines (IGM) and the establishment of a regulatory and marketing authority for strategic minerals. “We aim to collaborate with all stakeholders, including civil society and human rights and environmental organizations. Our goal… Read More Here
Cobalt Mining in Kolwezi Poses Serious Risks to Women's Reproductive Health 4 Mining in DRC Cobalt 

Cobalt Mining in Kolwezi Poses Serious Risks to Women’s Reproductive Health

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An investigation by La Guardia Magazine highlights the severe health consequences of intensive cobalt mining in Kolwezi, DRC, particularly on women’s reproductive health. From 2018 to 2023, cobalt production surged by 63%, increasing from 104,000 tons to 170,000 tons due to rising global demand for this essential mineral for energy transition. However, this accelerated exploitation poses significant environmental and health risks, especially in the Musonoï district. Located less than two kilometers from Kolwezi’s center, Musonoï overlooks an open-pit mine operated by Compagnie minière de Musonoï (COMMUS), a subsidiary of the… Read More Here
DRC's Minister of Mines Commits to Eradicating Child Labor in Cobalt Mining 5 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining Cobalt 

DRC’s Minister of Mines Commits to Eradicating Child Labor in Cobalt Mining

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In a press release dated October 14, 2024, the Ministry of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo expressed its “astonishment” at the inclusion of Congolese cobalt on the list of products potentially associated with child labor, as reported by the United States Department of Labor. This statement follows a previous reaction from the government through the Ministry of Communication and Media. The ministry pointed out that while this decision highlights ongoing challenges in certain regions related to artisanal cobalt mining—representing only 5% of the country’s national production—it fails to… Read More Here
Goma Mining Conference Promotes Tax Compliance and Economic Development 6 Mining in DRC Economy Mining tax 

Goma Mining Conference Promotes Tax Compliance and Economic Development

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The mining conference held on October 14, 2024, in Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, served as a vital platform for local authorities to raise awareness among taxpayers in the mining sector about their obligations. The provincial government emphasized the importance of meeting tax responsibilities, warning that failure to comply could lead to the forfeiture of mining and quarry rights. “There was a pressing need to organize this mining day in Goma,” stated Peter Chirimwami Nkuba, the provincial governor. “It allowed the General Directorate of Revenue of North Kivu… Read More Here
DRC Achieves Milestone with First Local Export of Germanium Concentrate 7 Mining in DRC 

DRC Achieves Milestone with First Local Export of Germanium Concentrate

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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is set to make its first export of locally processed germanium concentrate, produced in Lubumbashi by Société Terril de Lubumbashi (STL), a subsidiary of Gécamines. Germanium is a strategic metal crucial for various high-tech applications, including aerospace, optical technologies, and space exploration. According to a press release from Gécamines obtained by DESKECO, the inaugural batch of concentrated germanium will be shipped this week to Umicore, a Belgium-based mining company, for further processing and utilization in advanced technological applications. Previously, STL relied on a refiner… Read More Here
DRC Govt Advocates for Involvement in Kamoa Copper Buyer Selection 8 Mining in DRC Copper 

DRC Govt Advocates for Involvement in Kamoa Copper Buyer Selection

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During a recent Council of Ministers meeting in Kinshasa, the Minister of Mines emphasized the necessity for the Congolese government to participate in the selection of buyers for Kamoa Copper. This mining company, located 25 kilometers west of Kolwezi in the Mutshatsha territory of Lualaba province, is recognized by international mining consultant Wood Mackenzie as the largest undeveloped high-grade copper discovery in the world. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is Africa’s leading copper producer and ranks fifth globally, contributing 5% of total world production. The Kamoa mine is notable… Read More Here
Zambia Launches Outward Trade Mission to Boost Relations with DRC 9 Mining in Zambia Economy Mining in DRC 

Zambia Launches Outward Trade Mission to Boost Relations with DRC

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The Zambia Outward Trade Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) officially commenced in Lubumbashi on October 17, marking a significant step towards enhancing trade relations between the two neighboring countries. The Zambian government has reiterated its commitment to supporting local businesses in accessing new export markets for their products and services. During the event, Lillian Bwalya, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, represented the government and emphasized the importance of building long-term networks to foster trade and investment between Zambia and the DRC. “The… Read More Here
Gecamines Bids for Chemaf Resources Amid Ongoing Controversy Over Chinese Sale 10 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper 

Gecamines Bids for Chemaf Resources Amid Ongoing Controversy Over Chinese Sale

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The Democratic Republic of Congo’s state-owned miner, Gecamines, has submitted a bid for Chemaf Resources Ltd.’s unit in the country. This move comes months after Gecamines announced its intention to block a previous deal that would sell the copper and cobalt miner to a Chinese investor. Chemaf, which is backed by Trafigura Group, spent nine months searching for a buyer before announcing a sale to China’s Norin Mining Ltd. in June. Although Chemaf is still working to finalize that deal, it has faced opposition from the government and Gecamines, which… Read More Here

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