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SOKIMO Suspends Cooperative Mining Operations in Ituri Amid Governance Review 1

SOKIMO halts mining activities in Ituri cooperatives as Kinshasa talks target governance reforms and sector cleanup The Kilo-Moto Mining Company (SOKIMO) has engaged mining cooperatives and key stakeholders in Kinshasa for a series of working sessions aimed at reshaping the future of mining operations within its concessions in Ituri province. The discussions follow a recent field mission to Ituri by SOKIMO’s senior management, which identified several operational and governance challenges affecting some local mining cooperatives. These included issues related to compliance with commitments, organizational capacity, and overall management practices. In… Read More Here

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DRC Launches “BUANYA” Excellence Awards to Strengthen Mining Governance Through Young Professionals

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance

DRC Ministry of Mines awards ENA graduates under BUANYA initiative to promote transparency and reform in mining sector The Ministry of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo held the official awards ceremony for the “BUANYA” excellence competition on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the Pullman Grand Hotel in Kinshasa. Launched by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba, the initiative is designed to engage graduates of the National School of Administration (ENA) in strengthening governance, transparency, and performance across the country’s strategic mining sector. The ceremony was attended by senior… Read More Here

DRC Parliament Raises Alarm Over Environmental Impact of Ruashi Mining Operations in Kolwezi

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance

DRC National Assembly reviews pollution allegations against Ruashi Mining amid health and environmental concerns in Kolwezi The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Assembly has received a formal motion highlighting serious environmental and public health concerns linked to the activities of Ruashi Mining in Kolwezi, located in Lualaba province. The motion was introduced by National Deputy Eddy Ilunga Mbuyu, who is calling for government intervention to address pollution concerns raised by residents living near the mining site, particularly in the Ilungu district. He urged authorities to halt operations until adequate measures… Read More Here

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Kobold Metals’ Benjamin Katabuka Calls for Greater Geological Knowledge to Accelerate Mineral Discovery

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Constance

Kobold Metals Highlights AI-Powered Exploration and Long-Term Mining Opportunities in the DRC Speaking during the panel discussion titled “Mining Exploration: From Geological Uncertainty to Strategic Planning” at DRC Mining Week 2026, Benjamin Katabuka, Managing Director of Kobold Metals DRC, outlined the company’s vision for the future of mineral exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Addressing participants gathered at the Pullman Lubumbashi Grand Karavia conference venue, Katabuka emphasized that one of the country’s biggest challenges remains the lack of detailed geological data across large parts of the DRC. Despite… Read More Here

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U.S. Welcomes Virtus Minerals’ Acquisition of Chemaf Assets as Strategic Step in DRC Mining Sector

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance

Virtus Minerals’ Chemaf Deal Marks U.S. Return to DRC Mining and Critical Minerals Push, Says Washington The acquisition of Chemaf Group’s mining assets in the Democratic Republic of Congo by U.S.-based Virtus Minerals continues to draw strong support from Washington, where officials view the deal as a strategic milestone in strengthening American engagement in the global critical minerals sector. Jacob S. Helberg, U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, described the transaction as a significant development for both the United States and the DRC, framing it as part of… Read More Here

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DRC Mining Week 2026 Highlights Push for Greater Women’s Inclusion in Mining Sector

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance

DRC Mining Week 2026 Calls for Stronger Women Participation in Mining Through Finance, Leadership and Policy Reform The 2026 edition of DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi emphasized the need for a more structured and inclusive approach to women’s participation in the extractive industry. The discussion took place during the “Women – Mines & Leadership” forum, co-organized by FONAREV and MMG Kinsevere. The forum brought together representatives from mining companies, women leaders in the sector, financial institutions, entrepreneurship organizations, universities, and public agencies to explore ways of strengthening women’s involvement across… Read More Here

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DRC Government Orders Relocation of Fuel Depots from Residential Areas in Kinshasa

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance

Kinshasa Fuel Depots to Be Moved to N’sele as DRC Strengthens Safety and Modernizes Hydrocarbon Infrastructure The Congolese government has launched a major initiative to reorganize petroleum product storage in Kinshasa, aiming to improve urban safety and modernize the country’s hydrocarbon supply chain. During an inspection visit to the communes of Kalamu and Limete, Minister of State for Hydrocarbons Acacia Bandubola announced that fuel depots currently operating in residential neighborhoods will be relocated to a dedicated storage zone in the commune of N’sele. Operators affected by the measure have been… Read More Here

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TFM Calls for Stronger Energy-Mining-Academia Collaboration to Support DRC’s Mining Growth

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance

Tenke Fungurume Mining Urges Integrated Energy Strategy to Sustain DRC Mining Expansion Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has called for closer cooperation between the government, mining companies, and academic institutions to address the energy challenges facing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. Speaking on June 19, 2026, during a panel discussion on energy constraints in mining, TFM’s Director of External Relations, Hugo Sinza, stressed that reliable energy supply is essential for sustainable industrial development. “Without energy, there is no sustainable mining industry,” Sinza said, noting that mining operations depend entirely… Read More Here

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Kinshasa Faces Major Road Infrastructure Gap as Government Accelerates National Development Projects

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Constance

Kinshasa Has Only 1,000 km of Developed Roads Despite Need for 6,000 km, Says Infrastructure Minister KINSHASA – The Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital is facing a significant shortage of road infrastructure, with only a fraction of the urban road network required to support its rapidly growing population. According to Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works John Banza, Kinshasa currently has approximately 1,000 kilometers of developed roads, compared to an estimated requirement of 6,000 kilometers. This means that only about 17% of the city’s road infrastructure needs have been met.… Read More Here

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DRC Mining Export Prices Decline Across Key Commodities as Global Market Weakens

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Constance

DRC Mineral Prices June 2026: Gold, Copper, Nickel and Zinc Fall While Tin Rises Slightly The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recorded a broad decline in the international prices of several key mining exports between June 15 and June 20, 2026, according to official price data published by the Ministry of Foreign Trade. The downward trend affected a wide range of strategic commodities, including precious metals and industrial minerals that form a significant part of the country’s export earnings. Precious and base metals under pressure Gold prices declined from $145.75… Read More Here