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DRC Cobalt Quotas Cut Glencore Production by 51% as Copper Output Surges

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Cobalt Quotas Cut Glencore Production 51% as Copper Output Jumps 66% in 2026 Glencore’s cobalt production from its Democratic Republic of Congo operations fell by 51% in the first half of 2026, as the country’s export quota system prompted the mining company to prioritise copper production and retain more cobalt in solution. Glencore produced 8,700 tonnes of cobalt from its Congolese operations during the first six months of the year, down from 17,700 tonnes during the same period in 2025. The decline was primarily linked to the DRC government’s… Read More Here

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CMOC Deploys 623MWp Solar Capacity and 1.8GWh Battery Storage in DRC

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

CMOC Develops 623MWp Solar and 1.8GWh Battery Storage System to Power DRC Copper and Cobalt Mines Chinese mining company CMOC is developing a large integrated renewable energy system around its Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) and Kisanfu (KFM) operations in Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of Congo, as it seeks to strengthen electricity supply for its expanding copper and cobalt operations. The project includes 623MWp of solar photovoltaic capacity and a battery energy storage system rated at 488MW with 1,800MWh of storage capacity. The development also includes three new 220kV substations, upgrades… Read More Here

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Trafigura Appoints Hervé Otschudi to Lead DRC Operations

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

Trafigura Appoints Hervé Otschudi to Lead DRC Operations and Strengthen Critical Minerals Strategy Global commodities trader Trafigura has appointed Hervé Otschudi as Executive Director for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), strengthening its senior leadership and strategic engagement in one of Africa’s most important mining markets. Otschudi, a Congolese national, brings more than 20 years of experience across commodities, mining and financial services in the DRC. He has held several senior positions in the country, including serving as Business Development Advisor to the board of Gécamines, the DRC’s state-owned mining… Read More Here

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DRC Copper Export Ban Highlights Growing Global Supply Concerns

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DRC Copper Export Ban Sends Prices Higher as Global Supply Concerns Intensify The Democratic Republic of Congo’s decision to immediately ban exports of copper and cobalt concentrates has triggered a sharp reaction in global copper markets, highlighting how sensitive the metal has become to potential supply disruptions. Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange surged following the announcement, with three-month copper reaching a six-month high of $14,369.50 per tonne, while the cash price climbed to a record $14,453.60 per tonne. However, the market response was driven more by concerns over… Read More Here

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DRC Investigates Uranium Traces in Cobalt Exports as Concerns Grow Over Mineral Supply Chain Controls

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Launches Investigations into Uranium Traces in Cobalt Exports to China A new investigation has renewed concerns over the possible presence of uranium in cobalt exported from the Democratic Republic of Congo to international markets, particularly from the Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) operation, majority-owned by Chinese group CMOC. Lighthouse Reports, which conducted the investigation with the Financial Times, has defended its findings after CMOC disputed several of the report’s conclusions. Investigator Tomas Statius said the investigation was based on nearly a decade of internal mining documents, alongside scientific research into… Read More Here

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DRC Moves to Strengthen Local Content Rules in Mining and Public Procurement

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Strengthens Local Content Enforcement to Boost Congolese Businesses in Mining and Procurement The Democratic Republic of Congo is stepping up efforts to enforce its local content legislation, with the government calling on key regulatory institutions to play a greater role in ensuring that Congolese businesses benefit from economic activities linked to major projects. Minister of National Economy Justin Kalumba has engaged the Autorité de Régulation de la Sous-Traitance dans le Secteur Privé (ARSP) and the Autorité de Régulation des Marchés Publics (ARMP) to strengthen coordination in implementing the country’s… Read More Here

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Trafigura Expands Role in DRC’s Mineral Logistics and Processing

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

Trafigura Expands DRC Role in Copper and Cobalt Logistics, Processing and Lobito Corridor Trafigura is strengthening its role in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s cobalt and copper value chains, with a growing focus on logistics, responsible mineral sourcing and the development of local processing capacity. The commodities trader is working with the Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) and international partners to establish more integrated supply chains for Congolese critical minerals. The strategy aims to improve traceability while connecting local production with major global markets. A key part of Trafigura’s involvement… Read More Here

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DRC’s 2,000MW Power Shortfall Threatens Copper and Cobalt Processing in Katanga

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Faces 2,000MW Power Deficit Threatening Copper and Cobalt Processing in Grand Katanga The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing an electricity deficit of more than 2,000 megawatts (MW) in the Grand Katanga region, creating a major obstacle to the expansion of copper and cobalt processing, according to Mines Minister Sakombi Molendo. The shortage is particularly concerning for the DRC’s mining industry, which depends heavily on reliable electricity to operate processing plants and expand value addition. The Grand Katanga region, home to some of the country’s largest copper and cobalt… Read More Here

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Glencore Confirms Marie-Chantal Kaninda as DRC President and Promotes Two Congolese Executives

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 Constance0 comment

Glencore Confirms Marie-Chantal Kaninda as DRC President and Promotes Two Congolese Executives Glencore has confirmed Marie-Chantal Kaninda in her role as President of Glencore DRC and announced the promotion of two Congolese executives as part of efforts to strengthen local leadership within its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Kaninda has served as President of Glencore DRC since January 2023 and also chairs the board of Kamoto Copper Company (KCC). She has more than 25 years of experience in the mining and extractive industries and previously served as Executive… Read More Here

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DRC’s 20 MW Mbombo Hydropower Project Moves Closer to Construction

August 10, 2026August 10, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC’s 20.08 MW Mbombo Hydropower Project Advances as Financing Nears Close The Democratic Republic of Congo’s 20.08 MW Mbombo hydropower project has moved closer to construction following the signing of an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract with India’s Angelique International Limited. The project, located near Kananga in Kasaï-Central Province, is being developed by the National Agency for Electrification and Energy Services in Rural and Peri-Urban Areas (ANSER). The plant will comprise four generating units of approximately 5.02 MW each. The EPC agreement, announced on August 4, represents another step… Read More Here