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DRC and China Sign Strategic Minerals Cooperation Pact to Boost Mining Value and Industrialization 1

DRC–China Mining Deal Targets Duty-Free Exports, Local Processing, and $28.9 Billion Iron Corridor Development The Democratic Republic of Congo and China have advanced their strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on geology and mineral resources in Beijing on March 26. The agreement forms part of broader efforts to deepen economic cooperation and maximize value creation in the Congolese mining sector. The MoU was signed by the Congolese Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, and China’s Minister of Natural Resources, Guan Zhi’ou, in the presence of senior officials… Read More Here

DRC Revokes AVZ Minerals’ 79-Block Lithium Exploration Permit Amid Ongoing Regulatory Disputes

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Constance

DRC Cancels AVZ Minerals’ Lithium Permit in Manono Extension Project, Highlighting Rising Regulatory Risks for Foreign Miners The Democratic Republic of Congo has revoked a 79-block lithium exploration permit held by the Congolese subsidiary of Australian mining firm AVZ Minerals. The Mining Registry (CAMI) issued the forfeiture order on March 19, 2026, citing non-payment of annual surface fees for permit PR 4029, located in the Manono territory of Tanganyika province. Under Congolese mining law, AVZ has 30 days to appeal the decision. PR 4029 is part of AVZ’s Manono Extension… Read More Here

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DRC Copper Production Hits 3.5 Million Tonnes in 2025 Amid Global Market Volatility

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Copper Output Reaches 3.5M Tonnes in 2025 While International Prices Face Geopolitical Pressure Mining companies operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo produced a total of 3,503,539 tonnes of copper in 2025, according to provisional data released by the Technical Unit for Mining Coordination and Planning under the Ministry of Mines. The report indicates that all copper produced was sold, covering both exports and domestic pre-export processing, meaning total sales matched annual production. Monthly Production Trends Monthly statistics show that production peaked in July 2025 at 315,590 tonnes,… Read More Here

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DRC Ministry of Mines Revokes Multiple Mining Titles for Non-Compliance

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Mining Ministry Cancels Licenses of Companies Failing to Meet Legal and Financial Obligations The Ministry of Mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, through its Mining Cadastre (CAMI), has revoked several mining titles that were issued and notified in 2026 due to non-compliance with legal obligations. According to an official statement, the cancellations were prompted primarily by the failure of certain titleholders to pay annual surface fees, as required under existing mining regulations. The move reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring transparency and responsible management of the country’s… Read More Here

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DRC Declares Radiological Emergency in Remba T17 Following Artisanal Mining Activity

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Government Declares Radiological Emergency in Kolwezi’s Remba T17 Area Amid Public Health Risks The Democratic Republic of the Congo has declared a radiological emergency in the Remba T17 area of Kolwezi due to the presence of radioactive materials linked to artisanal mining activities. The announcement was made on March 23, 2026, by Marie-Thérèse Sombo, who is responsible for the country’s nuclear oversight. According to the minister, unregulated exploitation of the site has led to the proven presence of radioactive substances, posing significant risks to public health, national security, and… Read More Here

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Mixed Fortunes for DRC Minerals as Copper, Gold, and Tin Prices Decline While Tantalum Gains

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Weekly Mineral Prices Show Broad Decline in Copper, Gold, and Zinc as Tantalum and Aluminum Post Gains The latest export price schedule for mineral products from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, covering the period March 23 to 28, 2026, indicates a general downward trend across several key commodities on international markets, reflecting ongoing price volatility in the global mining sector. Among the commodities recording declines, zinc posted a notable drop, falling from $3,284.95 to $3,216.70 per tonne. Gold also moved lower, decreasing to $164 per kilogram from $167.49… Read More Here

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DRC Strengthens China Mining Ties as Minister Pushes for Local Processing and Greater Economic Value

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC Mining Minister Engages China Minmetals in Beijing Talks Focused on Local Mineral Processing, Jobs, and Sector Expansion During an official mission to Beijing, the Minister of Mines for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Louis Watum Kabamba, reaffirmed the government’s strategic priorities for the mining sector, aligning with the national development vision of President Félix Tshisekedi. The discussions focused on strengthening partnerships while ensuring that mining investments deliver greater economic benefits within the country. Speaking during the visit on March 24, 2026, the minister emphasized the government’s commitment to… Read More Here

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Rome Resources Reports Strong Tin Intercepts at Kalayi Prospect, Expanding Resource Potential

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

Rome Resources Reports Widest Tin Intercept Yet at Kalayi in DRC, Boosting Confidence in Large-Scale Resource Expansion Rome Resources has announced encouraging drilling results from its Kalayi prospect, located within the Bisie North project area in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The latest findings continue to confirm the presence of high-grade tin mineralisation and strengthen the company’s confidence in the project’s long-term development potential. The standout result comes from drill hole KBDD033, which delivered the widest tin-bearing intercept recorded at the Kalayi prospect to date. Initial on-site X-ray fluorescence… Read More Here

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Manono Lithium Project Set to Transform the DRC’s Role in the Global Battery Supply Chain

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 Constance

DRC’s Manono Lithium Mine Could Supply 5% of Global Demand by 2028 as Zijin Advances $1.4 Billion Project A massive lithium development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is poised to redefine Africa’s position in the global battery materials market. Zijin Mining Group is preparing to launch one of the world’s largest lithium operations in the mineral-rich region of Manono, marking a significant milestone for the country’s mining sector. The project has been progressing steadily since 2023, when Zijin secured rights to develop the deposit. Once fully operational, the… Read More Here

Mining in DRC Transport and Logistics

EU Launches Trade and Digital Skills Projects to Strengthen the Lobito Corridor

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 Constance

European Union Invests €11 Million in Lobito Corridor Projects to Boost Trade, Logistics, and Youth Employment in the DRC The European Union has launched two strategic development projects along the Lobito Corridor on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Kolwezi, Lualaba Province. The first project, valued at €6 million, focuses on facilitating trade by simplifying customs and regulatory procedures, improving cross-border efficiency, and reducing administrative bottlenecks. The second project, funded with €5 million, aims to strengthen digital skills among young people living along the corridor, equipping them with competencies that can… Read More Here