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Rome Resources Explores Copper Potential at Bisie North While Tin Remains Primary Target 1

Rome Resources Advances Copper Studies at Bisie North Project in DRC UK-based Rome Resources is evaluating the economic viability of copper mining at its Bisie North project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while maintaining tin as the main exploration focus. The company provided an update on December 23, 2025, confirming that ongoing studies are progressing on schedule. Throughout 2025, Rome Resources commissioned metallurgical tests to determine processing methods capable of recovering copper resources located above the tin zones at Mount Agoma. The first phase of this work is nearing… Read More Here

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ZCCM-IH Signs MoU to Develop Gold Mining Project in North-Western Zambia

December 24, 2025December 24, 2025 Constance

ZCCM-IH Partners Ministry of Mines and MMR on Gold Exploration and Mining Project in Zambia ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development (MoMMD) and Mining Mineral Resources SAS (MMR) to collaborate on the development of a gold exploration and mining project in the Kikonge area of Mufumbwe District, North-Western Province. In a transaction announcement approved by the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Zambia (SEC), ZCCM-IH said the partnership will focus on… Read More Here

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Kitumba Mine on Track to Commence Copper Production in 2026

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025 Constance

Kitumba Copper Mine to Begin Production by June 2026, Supporting Zambia’s 3 Million Tonne Target Sino-Mine Kitumba Minerals, located in Mumbwa District, Central Province, is scheduled to commence copper production by June 2026. The government has expressed strong support for the project, highlighting the adoption of state-of-the-art technology and the introduction of new skills to Zambians. Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, Siazongo Siakalenge, stated that once operations begin next year, the mine’s projected annual output of 50,000 metric tonnes of copper will make a significant contribution toward Zambia’s goal of… Read More Here

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Zambia Formalises Gold Mining in Kikonge Through Strategic Public–Private Partnership

December 14, 2025December 14, 2025 Constance

Zambia Signs MoU to Formalise Gold Mining in Kikonge, Boost National Revenue and Debt Servicing The Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ZCCM Investment Holdings PLC and Mining Mineral Resources-SAS to formalise and regulate mining activities in Kikonge, located in Zambia’s North-Western Province. Mines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe said the agreement is a critical step toward ensuring that Zambia derives maximum value from its mineral resources. He noted that improved governance and formalisation of gold mining will enhance national revenue… Read More Here

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Galileo Resources Launches Drilling Program at Molefe Copper Project in Zambia

December 4, 2025December 4, 2025 Constance

Galileo Resources Begins Drilling at Zambia’s Molefe Copper Project with Jubilee Metals IM-listed Galileo Resources has commenced drilling at its Molefe copper project in Zambia following the signing of a conditional cooperation and project development agreement with Jubilee Metals on November 27. The drilling program began with two holes completed out of an anticipated ten-hole campaign, initiated under the terms of the collaboration agreement. The program has multiple objectives: maintaining the current production profile over the next three months, replacing depleted resources over a six-month mid-term horizon, and executing a… Read More Here

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Atomic Eagle Targets 100 Million Pounds of Uranium at Muntanga Project in Zambia

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 Constance

Atomic Eagle Unveils Massive Exploration Target at Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia ASX-listed Atomic Eagle has announced a new JORC-compliant exploration target of 40 million to 100.5 million pounds of triuranium octoxide (U₃O₈), at a grade range of 150 to 350 parts per million (ppm), for its Muntanga project in Zambia. This target is in addition to the company’s existing JORC-compliant mineral resource, which includes 40 million pounds in the measured and indicated categories and 7.4 million pounds inferred. Atomic Eagle says the new exploration target underscores the scale of… Read More Here

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Molefe Copper Mine in Zambia Set for Expansion Through Jubilee-Galileo Partnership

November 30, 2025November 30, 2025 Constance

Jubilee Metals and Galileo Resources Form Strategic Alliance to Accelerate Molefe Copper Mine Development in Zambia Johannesburg- and London-listed Jubilee Metals Group has signed a cooperation and project development agreement with Galileo Resources to fast-track exploration and development at the Molefe copper mine in Zambia. Under the deal, Galileo can earn up to a 23.75% interest in the project by investing $700,000 in resource development work. The agreement leverages Jubilee’s operational and processing expertise in Zambia alongside Galileo’s exploration and geological capabilities, allowing each company to focus on core workstreams,… Read More Here

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Barrick Confirms Commitment to $7B Reko Diq Copper Project in Pakistan

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Barrick Reaffirms Support for Reko Diq Copper Mine Amid Speculation of Asset Sale Barrick Mining has reiterated its commitment to the Reko Diq copper mine in Pakistan, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, following media reports suggesting the company might consider a withdrawal. The $7-billion project, located in the remote and insurgency-affected western province of Balochistan, is a 50-50 joint venture between Barrick and Pakistani authorities. It is expected to begin production by the end of 2028. Reports this month cited sources familiar with Barrick’s internal discussions, suggesting… Read More Here

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Rome Resources to Raise £1.9 Million for Drilling at Bisie North Tin Project

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance

Rome Resources Secures £1.9M to Drill High-Grade Tin at Bisie North Project in DRC On November 19, 2025, British mining company Rome Resources announced plans to raise £1.9 million ($2.4 million) through a share placement, subject to regulatory approval. The funds will support a new drilling campaign at the Bisie North tin project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Focus on High-Priority Targets The upcoming program will concentrate on priority zones, particularly the deeper sections of the Kalayi and Mont Agoma deposits. According to CEO Paul Barrett, the company… Read More Here

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Angola to Fast-Track Mining Permits Amid Push for Investment

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 Constance

Angola Aims to Speed Up Mining Rights Approvals to Attract More Foreign Investment and Improve Sector Transparency Angola is preparing to shorten the timeframe required to award mining rights as part of a broader effort to attract greater investment into the country’s growing minerals sector. Minerals and Petroleum Minister Diamantino Azevedo said the National Agency of Mineral Resources (ANRM) must reduce bureaucracy, strengthen inspections, and accelerate the rollout of a digital mining registry to improve transparency. His comments were delivered during an event with the regulator. Azevedo urged ANRM to… Read More Here