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MMG Eyes New Copper Projects in DRC as Global Expansion Strategy Accelerates 1 Mining in DRC Copper Corporate News New Mining Projects 

MMG Eyes New Copper Projects in DRC as Global Expansion Strategy Accelerates

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Chinese Miner MMG Seeks Copper Acquisition Targets in Africa, Including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Amid Rising Global Demand Global mining company MMG Limited is exploring new acquisition opportunities in Africa, with a particular focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo as it seeks to expand its copper portfolio. The Chinese-owned miner is assessing several potential takeover targets across Africa and Latin America, targeting advanced copper projects that are close to development but not yet in production. The company says it is interested in assets with significant scale that… Read More Here
DRC Prepares for First Lithium Production at Manono Deposit 2 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Lithium 

DRC Prepares for First Lithium Production at Manono Deposit

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DRC Targets First Lithium Production from Manono Deposit as Global Battery Demand Surges The Democratic Republic of the Congo is preparing to enter the global lithium market, with authorities indicating that the country’s first lithium production could begin in the near future. Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba told international investors that initial production from the Manono lithium project could start as early as the second quarter of 2026, positioning the country as a new supplier of one of the world’s most strategic minerals. Lithium is a key component in rechargeable… Read More Here
Landslide Kills Artisanal Miners at Rebel-Controlled Site in Eastern DRC 3 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining Mining safety 

Landslide Kills Artisanal Miners at Rebel-Controlled Site in Eastern DRC

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At Least Seven Killed in Landslide at Rebel-Controlled Mining Site in North Kivu, DRC At least seven people have been killed following a landslide at an artisanal mining site in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by miners working in areas controlled by armed groups. The latest incident occurred on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Gakombe mining site in Masisi Territory, located in North Kivu Province. The site lies in a region currently under the control of the Congo River Alliance and the M23… Read More Here
Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026 4 Mining in DRC 

Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026

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DRC’s Bana Kongo Researchers Win Award at PDAC 2026, Highlighting Congolese Talent in Mining Exploration A team of young Congolese researchers has earned international recognition at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 in Toronto, highlighting the growing role of local talent in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. During his official visit to Toronto, Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba met with the group, known as Bana Kongo, to discuss ways of strengthening the participation of Congolese researchers in major mining and geological exploration projects. The Bana… Read More Here
Bridge Collapse Disrupts DRC’s Key Copper Export Route 5 Mining in DRC Copper Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

Bridge Collapse Disrupts DRC’s Key Copper Export Route

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Flooding Collapses Bridge Near Zambia Border, Disrupting Congo’s Major Copper Export Route Severe flooding has cut off one of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s most important copper export routes after a bridge collapsed near the country’s southern border with Zambia. The damage has disrupted the movement of trucks carrying copper from the Central African copperbelt, a critical source of supply for global markets. The collapse occurred just south of the border crossing at Kasumbalesa Border Post, the busiest crossing point between the two countries and a vital gateway for copper… Read More Here
U.S. Push for DRC’s Strategic Minerals Faces Security and Investment Hurdles 6 Mining in DRC Cobalt Copper Gold Lithium 

U.S. Push for DRC’s Strategic Minerals Faces Security and Investment Hurdles

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US Push for Congo’s Critical Minerals Faces Delays as Conflict and China’s Dominance Complicate Investment The United States has made gradual progress in its effort to reduce China’s dominance over the Democratic Republic of Congo’s strategic mineral sector. However, ongoing conflict, contested mining licenses, and strict compliance requirements continue to slow Washington’s advance into a region where Chinese companies remain deeply entrenched. The Democratic Republic of Congo holds some of the world’s most valuable mineral resources, including the largest global supply of cobalt as well as significant deposits of copper… Read More Here
Deadly Landslide at Rubaya Coltan Mine Kills Over 200 in Eastern DRC 7 Artisanal mining Mining in DRC 

Deadly Landslide at Rubaya Coltan Mine Kills Over 200 in Eastern DRC

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Over 200 Dead After Landslide Hits Rubaya Coltan Mine in DR Congo Following Heavy Rains More than 200 people have died after a landslide struck the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the country’s mines ministry. The disaster occurred on Tuesday following several days of heavy rainfall that destabilized mining areas at the site. Authorities said the collapse buried large numbers of miners working in the pit. Officials reported that around 70 of the victims were children. Many of the injured were transported to hospitals… Read More Here
DRC Showcases Strategy for Industrialisation and Value Addition at PDAC 2026 8 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Showcases Strategy for Industrialisation and Value Addition at PDAC 2026

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DRC Promotes Industrial Mining Vision and $29 Billion Iron Corridor at PDAC 2026 The Democratic Republic of the Congo used the global mining forum Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 (PDAC 2026) in Toronto to highlight its strategy of transforming mineral wealth into a catalyst for industrial development and economic sovereignty. During the “Spotlight on DRC” session, the Congolese delegation led by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba outlined the government’s ambition to move beyond raw mineral exports and accelerate local processing, industrialisation and value creation within the… Read More Here
British International Investment partners with Rawbank to enhance financial inclusion for small businesses in DRC 9 Mining in DRC Economy Press Release 

British International Investment partners with Rawbank to enhance financial inclusion for small businesses in DRC

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4 March, 2026 – British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has committed $25 million in financing to Rawbank, the largest commercial bank in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The facility will strengthen Rawbank’s ability to increase access to finance for non-mining corporates and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country. In DRC, local businesses face a shortage of long‑term funding from the financial sector, particularly small businesses and non‑mining corporates that play a vital role in diversifying the economy. By providing much… Read More Here
DRC and Angola Partner with Somagec on $1.2B Energy Transmission Projects 10 Mining in DRC Electricity Partnership 

DRC and Angola Partner with Somagec on $1.2B Energy Transmission Projects

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DRC and Angola Launch Major Cross-Border Energy Transmission Lines to Boost Industrial Growth and ElectrificationThe Ministry of Water Resources and Electricity of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), represented by Minister Aime Sakombi Molendo, has signed an agreement with Moroccan firm Somagec to develop two ambitious energy transmission lines connecting Angola and the DRC. According to a statement, the 400 kV transmission line projects include: High-Voltage Infrastructure for Regional Integration The Soyo-Inga-Cabinda line is a high-voltage project fully financed by private investment. Its goals include: The Lauca-Saurimo-Kolwezi line, spanning over… Read More Here

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