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DRC Govt Moves to Curb Illegal Artisanal Mining at Key Glencore Sites 1 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

DRC Govt Moves to Curb Illegal Artisanal Mining at Key Glencore Sites

Constance
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced a series of measures aimed at halting the persistent infiltration of artisanal miners into industrial mining concessions, particularly at the Kamoto-Oléivera-Virgule (KOV) and Mashamba sites operated by Kamoto Copper Company (KCC). During a visit to KCC’s facilities in Kolwezi on Thursday, June 12, 2025, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa addressed the growing security concerns. “This issue was discussed at the provincial security council chaired by the head of state. Measures are being developed, and we are considering alternative solutions for… Read More Here
Alphamin Leads DRC Cassiterite Production in Q1 2025 Amid Operational Challenges 2 Mining in DRC Corporate News 

Alphamin Leads DRC Cassiterite Production in Q1 2025 Amid Operational Challenges

Constance
Alphamin Resources, operator of the Bisie tin mine in Walikale Territory, North Kivu Province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), accounted for the majority of the country’s industrial cassiterite production in the first quarter of 2025. According to data from the Mining Coordination and Planning Unit (CTCPM), Alphamin produced 4,104 tonnes of cassiterite, representing approximately 88% of total industrial output during the period. However, this figure is lower than what Alphamin reported in a press release issued on April 9. The company stated that it had produced 4,270 tonnes of… Read More Here
Kamoa Kakula copper mine disruption likely caused by overmining says Ivanhoe 3 Mining in DRC Corporate News 

Kamoa Kakula copper mine disruption likely caused by overmining says Ivanhoe

Constance
Seismic activity that recently disrupted production at the massive Kamoa-Kakula copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo appears to have been self-induced, according to preliminary findings released by the mine’s operator, Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. The incident, which occurred last month and resulted in flooding in parts of the mine, originated in an area where a significant portion of the ore had already been extracted, the company revealed in a filing on Wednesday. “Current thinking postulates that blocks of ore, earmarked for secondary extraction, began to collapse in a cascading… Read More Here
President Tshisekedi Launches Major Reform of Artisanal Cobalt Mining in Lualaba 4 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining Cobalt 

President Tshisekedi Launches Major Reform of Artisanal Cobalt Mining in Lualaba

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President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi has announced a bold reform initiative targeting the artisanal cobalt mining sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with a strong focus on Lualaba Province. The move signals a major shift in the government’s approach to one of the country’s most vital yet disorganized industries. The announcement was made during the Council of Ministers held on June 13, 2025, in Kolwezi. Government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya relayed the President’s concerns, emphasizing the urgent need to address the severe challenges faced by Congolese citizens working in artisanal mining.… Read More Here
DRC Urged to Formalize and Protect Artisanal Mining as Sector Faces Growing Challenges 5 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

DRC Urged to Formalize and Protect Artisanal Mining as Sector Faces Growing Challenges

Constance
The management of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) took center stage during the 2025 edition of DRC Mining Week, held from June 11 to 14 at the Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi. Key industry stakeholders, including government officials and mining operators, discussed pressing issues facing the ASM sector, which remains a vital source of livelihood for many Congolese citizens. Jean-Paul Kapongo Kadiobo, Director General of the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Assistance and Support Service (SAEMAPE), revealed that his agency had identified at least 1,409 mining cooperatives operating across the Democratic Republic… Read More Here
Barrick Urges DRC to Strengthen Gold Mining Policies Amid Market Surge 6 Mining in DRC Corporate News Events & Expos Gold 

Barrick Urges DRC to Strengthen Gold Mining Policies Amid Market Surge

Constance
Gold prices recently hit their highest level in a week, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed expectations of interest rate cuts in the United States. Against this backdrop, Cyril Mutombo, Country Director for Barrick Mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has called on the Congolese government to enhance its mining policies to attract more gold-focused investment. Speaking during a panel on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at DRC Mining Week, Mutombo emphasized the need for a more investor-friendly environment to fully capitalize on the country’s gold potential. As… Read More Here
DRC Mines Minister Calls for Responsible and Sovereign Transformation of the Sector at DRC Mining Week 7 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mines Minister Calls for Responsible and Sovereign Transformation of the Sector at DRC Mining Week

Constance
Kizito Pakabomba, the Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has called for a responsible and sovereign transformation of the country’s mining sector. His remarks came during the official opening of the 20th edition of DRC Mining Week, held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga. This year’s edition of the annual forum, a flagship event for both national and international stakeholders in the extractive industry, was themed: “Twenty Years Shaping the DRC’s Mining Sector: Investing in Infrastructure and Energy Security.” In his keynote speech, delivered… Read More Here
Barrick Mining Sets Sights on DRC Copper as Exploration Begins in Haut Katanga 8 Mining in DRC Copper Exploration New Mining Projects 

Barrick Mining Sets Sights on DRC Copper as Exploration Begins in Haut Katanga

Constance
Barrick Mining, best known for its gold operations through its Kibali subsidiary in Doko, has begun copper exploration efforts in Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), signaling a potential expansion into the country’s critical copper sector. For the past two years, Barrick has held exploration permits in the mineral-rich Haut-Katanga province, allowing it to carry out copper prospecting activities. These developments were confirmed by Cyril Mutombo, Barrick’s Country Director, during a press conference held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi, on the sidelines of DRC… Read More Here
EquityBCDC Reaffirms Commitment to DRC Mining Sector with Strong Financial Backing and Offtake Facilitation 9 Mining in DRC Economy Events & Expos 

EquityBCDC Reaffirms Commitment to DRC Mining Sector with Strong Financial Backing and Offtake Facilitation

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EquityBCDC reaffirmed its commitment to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector by offering strong financial backing and the ability to facilitate transactions between miners and their international offtakers. This was emphasized by Yves Bizunga Kussa, Deputy Managing Director of EquityBCDC and Managing Director of the Southern Region, during a panel discussion at the 20th edition of DRC Mining Week, which concluded on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Karavia Hotel in Lubumbashi. As one of the major sponsors of the event, EquityBCDC was represented by a large delegation, continuing… Read More Here
DRC Mining Week Marks 20 Years of Mining Growth and National Progress 10 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Mining Week Marks 20 Years of Mining Growth and National Progress

Constance
Lubumbashi, DRC – DRC Mining Week, a flagship gathering for business and investment opportunities in the mining sector, celebrated its 20th anniversary last Wednesday in Lubumbashi, the capital of Haut-Katanga Province in southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The opening ceremony, held at the Pullman Karavia Hotel, was brief but symbolic. In his keynote speech, Bin Nassor Kasongo, President of the DRC Chamber of Mines, highlighted the evolution of the event over two decades, describing it as more than just a trade fair. “Beyond a simple sectoral meeting, this event became… Read More Here

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