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India Targets Critical Minerals in Zambia Amid Global Supply Concerns 1 Mining in Zambia Battery Metals Cobalt Copper New Mining Projects 

India Targets Critical Minerals in Zambia Amid Global Supply Concerns

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India has deployed a team of geologists to Zambia to explore deposits of copper and cobalt, two minerals critical to its clean energy transition, according to two Indian government sources. The Zambian government has allocated 9,000 square kilometers (approximately 3,475 square miles) to India for this exploration initiative. The focus will be on cobalt—a vital component in batteries for electric vehicles and mobile phones—and copper, which is widely used in power generation, electronics, and construction. The exploration project is expected to span three years, with most of the sample analysis… Read More Here
Unchecked Mineral Smuggling Fuels Conflict and Corruption in Eastern Congo 2 Mining in DRC Regional conflict 

Unchecked Mineral Smuggling Fuels Conflict and Corruption in Eastern Congo

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Mineral smuggling from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) into neighboring Rwanda has reached unprecedented levels, driven by the occupation of vast areas by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group, according to a forthcoming United Nations report. The illicit trade in tin, tantalum, and tungsten—vital minerals used in electronics—has severely undermined legal exports from the region. Once these minerals are trafficked into Rwanda, they are mixed with domestic production, effectively laundering them into global supply chains under the guise of legitimate Rwandan origin. This process compromises international efforts to trace mineral… Read More Here
President Tshisekedi Highlights US Mining Deal as Catalyst for Green Economy and National Growth 27 Mining in DRC Economy Governance 

President Tshisekedi Highlights US Mining Deal as Catalyst for Green Economy and National Growth

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On the 65th anniversary of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s independence, President Félix Tshisekedi addressed the nation on Monday, June 30, 2025, reaffirming active negotiations with the United States to finalize a strategic mining agreement. The deal is set to strengthen the DRC’s position as a key player in the global energy transition and the emerging green economy. “This agreement will mark a decisive step in positioning the DRC as a central player in the global energy transition and the emerging green economy. It aims to develop our strategic minerals—particularly… Read More Here
African Mining Week to Examine Merger & Acquisition Deals 28 Events & Expos 

African Mining Week to Examine Merger & Acquisition Deals

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The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) conference scheduled for October 1–3, 2025, in Cape Town – will spotlight how Merger & Acquisition (M&A) deals are propelling the continent’s copper industry forward. A power chat will take place, titled The Copper Scramble: How Mergers are Reshaping the Global Supply Chain. The session is expected to unpack the impact M&A deals have had and will continue to play on Africa’s copper industry, highlighting recent deals and investment opportunities across the market. Driven by the global energy transition and the demands of the… Read More Here
DRC's Minister of Hydraulic Resources, Electricity Joins African Mining Week 29 Events & Expos Mining in DRC 

DRC’s Minister of Hydraulic Resources, Electricity Joins African Mining Week

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Teddy Lwamba, Minister of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has confirmed his participation as a speaker at African Mining Week (AMW), taking place from October 1–3, 2025, in Cape Town under the theme, From Extraction to Beneficiation: Unlocking Africa’s Mineral Wealth. Minister Lwamba will join the panel, Powering Africa’s Mining Operations with Renewables, highlighting the DRC’s efforts to integrate renewable energy and modern infrastructure into its mining value chain. AMW serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across… Read More Here
Patriot Resources Begins Drilling at New Copper Prospect in Zambia 30 Mining in Zambia Copper Drilling New Mining Projects 

Patriot Resources Begins Drilling at New Copper Prospect in Zambia

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Australian mining company Patriot Resources announced on Monday the commencement of drilling operations at its newly identified Copper Top Hill prospect, located approximately 850 metres northeast of the Sugarloaf copper deposit in Zambia’s Central Copperbelt. The Copper Top Hill prospect was recently delineated following geological mapping and surface sampling, which revealed visible copper mineralisation extending along strike for over 800 metres. Based on these findings, Patriot formally designated the area as a new discovery within the Sugarloaf licence. Rock chip samples collected from the site returned copper grades of up… Read More Here
USA Eyes DRC’s Coltan as Key to Peace, Investment, and Supply Chain Security 31 Mining in DRC Regional conflict 

USA Eyes DRC’s Coltan as Key to Peace, Investment, and Supply Chain Security

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A recent peace agreement signed in Washington between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda is raising eyebrows—not only for its geopolitical implications but also for its economic undercurrents. The lengthy document includes a significant clause that effectively ties U.S. private investment to mineral-rich regions in eastern DRC. In particular, the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu—bordering Rwanda—are known for their abundant reserves of cobalt, coltan (tantalum), tin, lithium, and gold. Reports suggest that American investors have expressed strong interest in the Rubaya coltan mine, currently under… Read More Here
DRC Secures Strategic Stake in Nation’s First Copper-Cobalt Refinery Project 32 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt 

DRC Secures Strategic Stake in Nation’s First Copper-Cobalt Refinery Project

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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has acquired a 10% stake in Buenassa Resources SA, the company spearheading the development of the country’s first copper and cobalt refinery. The agreement was formalized on June 25 through a memorandum of understanding signed by Jean-Lucien Bussa, Minister of State Portfolio, and Eddy Kioni, CEO of Buenassa Resources. Though a minority stake, the 10% is classified as a “golden share,” granting the Congolese government veto power over strategic decisions that impact national interests. These include issues related to employment, taxation, environmental standards, local… Read More Here
Namibia’s Mining Sector Boosts Exports Amid Persistent Trade Deficit 33 International 

Namibia’s Mining Sector Boosts Exports Amid Persistent Trade Deficit

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Namibia’s mining and quarrying sector generated N$5.4 billion in export revenue in April 2025, accounting for nearly half of the country’s total exports for the month, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). The sector contributed 49% to total export earnings—an increase of N$1.2 billion compared to March 2025. This surge was largely driven by uranium exports, which brought in N$1.7 billion, making it Namibia’s leading export product for the month. Uranium accounted for 26% of total exports, with the majority shipped to China. Non-monetary gold was the second-largest contributor,… Read More Here

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