DRC Launches New Mining Framework to Boost Development
The General Secretariat of Mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has adopted a new framework and organizational structure aimed at transforming the mining sector into a key driver of national development.
The formal ceremony took place on Thursday, May 22, 2025, involving the Minister of Mines, Kizito Pakabomba, and the Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Civil Service, Modernization of Administration, and Public Service Innovation, Jean-Pierre Lihau Ebua. The Secretary General of Mines, Jacques Ramazani, was also present.
According to a statement posted on the Ministry of Mines’ X account, “This strengthened institutional framework is designed for the efficient management of the DRC’s vast mining potential. It is expected to contribute not only to increased state revenues but also to making the mining sector a genuine catalyst for development.”
The new framework includes a comprehensive action plan that outlines key objectives, aiming to revitalize the entire mining administration. This will enable the ministry to improve the management and implementation of government policies within the sector, ultimately supporting sustainable growth and better governance.
