DRC Suspended Mining Rights Applications to Reform Cadastral System
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Mining Registry (CAMI) temporarily suspended the processing of new applications for mining rights and exploration quarries.
Effective May 31, 2025, the CAMI office closed its counter to all new submissions until further notice, marking a significant pause in the issuance of mining titles.
This decision was made in accordance with directives from the Minister of Mines, outlined in an official letter dated May 28, 2025.
The primary aim of the suspension was to allow CAMI to conduct a comprehensive cleanup of the national cadastral database.
This initiative formed part of the government’s broader efforts to enhance transparency and promote good governance in the mining sector.
By reforming the cadastral system, the authorities sought to restore investor confidence and improve the management of the country’s vast natural resources.
