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DRC Govt and Chamber of Mines Discuss New Rules for Mining Product Marketing and Exports 1

DRC Advances Mining Sector Reform Through Stakeholder Consultations on New Commercialization Framework The Democratic Republic of Congo has taken another step toward modernizing its mining regulatory framework, with government officials and industry representatives meeting to discuss proposed reforms governing the commercialization and export of mining products. On June 2, 2026, Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba chaired a consultation meeting at his office, bringing together government experts and representatives of the Chamber of Mines of the Federation of Enterprises of Congo (FEC). The discussions focused on a draft interministerial order… Read More Here

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DRC Mines Minister Reviews Virtus Minerals’ Progress on Former Chemaf Assets

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mines Minister Calls for Monthly Reporting as Virtus Minerals Advances Étoile and Mutoshi Projects The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to closely monitoring the development of strategic mining projects following a high-level meeting with Virtus Minerals to review progress on the former Chemaf mining assets. Speaking after a working session held on June 2, 2026, the minister said the meeting was convened to assess developments since Virtus Minerals received authorization to take over the mining assets of the Chemaf… Read More Here

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DRC Mining Week Reassures Participants as Ebola Situation Monitored Ahead of 2026 Lubumbashi Event

May 30, 2026May 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mining Week 2026 Confirms Lubumbashi Event Amid Ebola Concerns, Says No Restrictions in Place Organizers of DRC Mining Week 2026 have confirmed that preparations for the upcoming event remain on track despite recent public concern and media reports regarding Ebola cases in certain regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The event is scheduled to take place from June 17 to 19, 2026, at the Grand Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi. In a statement, the organizers emphasized that the safety, well-being, and trust of participants, partners, staff, and host communities… Read More Here

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DRC Expands List of Strategic Minerals to Include Lithium, Uranium and Tungsten

May 30, 2026May 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Updates Strategic Minerals Policy to Reflect Global Critical Raw Material Demand The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has approved an expansion of its list of strategic mineral substances, following the validation of a draft decree by the Council of Ministers on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Kinshasa. The proposal was presented by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba. The new decree supplements Decree No. 18/042 of November 24, 2018, which originally designated cobalt, germanium, and coltan (columbite-tantalite) as strategic minerals. The revision reflects evolving international market conditions, rising demand… Read More Here

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DRC Launches New Diamond Company to Strengthen Local Processing and Exports

May 30, 2026May 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Approves ADEX RDC SA Joint Venture to Boost Diamond Processing and Local Value Addition The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has approved the creation of ADEX RDC SA, a new joint venture aimed at modernizing and strengthening the country’s diamond sector through increased local value addition. The decision was taken during the 91st ordinary meeting of the Council of Ministers held on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Kinshasa. The proposal was presented by the Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, and subsequently validated by the government. ADEX RDC SA… Read More Here

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Angola and DRC Strengthen Energy Partnership Through Major Cross-Border Power Project

May 30, 2026May 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

Angola and DRC Plan 1,450km Power Transmission Network to Deliver Over 2,000MW of Electricity Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are set to deepen their energy cooperation through the development of two major electricity transmission lines spanning more than 1,400 kilometers, according to DRC Minister of Water Resources and Electricity, Teddy Molendo Sakombi. Speaking in Luanda on Thursday after meeting Angolan President João Lourenço, Sakombi revealed plans for two cross-border power transmission projects. The first line will connect Angola’s Malanje Province to the DRC, while the second will… Read More Here

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KoBold Metals Outlines Ambition to Position DRC as Global Lithium Powerhouse

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026 Constance0 comment

KoBold Metals Targets DRC Lithium Leadership with Data-Driven Mining Strategy at Manono KoBold Metals DRC, the Congolese subsidiary of US-based exploration company KoBold Metals, says it aims to help position the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as a global lithium powerhouse through advanced technology, data intelligence, and modern exploration methods. Speaking at the 11th edition of Expo Béton 2026 in Kalemie, Tanganyika Province, Managing Director Benjamin Katabuka said the company is working to transform mineral exploration by using data-driven techniques rather than conventional geological approaches. “Our American mining technology company… Read More Here

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DRC and China Sign Police Cooperation Deal to Combat Mining Fraud and Cybercrime

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC–China Security Agreement Targets Mining Fraud and Cybercrime Amid Resource Governance Push The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and China have signed a police cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Congolese National Police (PNC), with a focus on combating mining fraud and cybercrime. The agreement was concluded on May 26 in Beijing by Congolese Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani and Chinese Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong. According to the DRC Embassy in China, the partnership will provide Chinese technical assistance in crime prevention, mining-related fraud detection,… Read More Here

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DRC Mines Minister Defends Mining Reforms and Crackdown on Illegal Operations Before Parliament

May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

DRC Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba Highlights Mining Reforms, Illegal Mining Crackdown, and Cobalt Oversight in Parliament The Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Louis Watum Kabamba, appeared before the National Assembly on Monday, May 25, 2026, to respond to concerns raised by lawmakers during a plenary session focused on the country’s mining sector. The session followed an oral question and debate initiated by Member of Parliament Sumeyi Kitenge Pierre. Government outlines mining sector reforms Addressing national deputies, Minister Kabamba presented key measures undertaken by the… Read More Here

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DRC Mineral Prices Show Mixed Trends as Govt Suspends Mining Activities in South Kivu

May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

Gold, Copper and Tin Prices Decline While Nickel and Germanium Rise as DRC Suspends Mining Operations in South Kivu Prices of several key mining commodities exported by the Democratic Republic of the Congo recorded mixed movements on international markets during the period from May 25 to 30, 2026, according to official price data released by the country’s relevant authorities. Gold, copper and tin record declines Among the commodities that posted declines during the week, gold prices fell from US$152.89 to US$149.49 per gram. Copper, one of the DRC’s most important… Read More Here