Vinmart Group Expands DRC’s Industrial Capacity with Three New Manufacturing Plants 23 Mining in DRC Economy 

Vinmart Group Expands DRC’s Industrial Capacity with Three New Manufacturing Plants

Vinmart Opens Three Manufacturing Facilities in DR Congo to Boost Local Production and Industrial Growth The Vinmart Group has expanded its industrial footprint in the Democratic Republic of Congo with the inauguration of three new production facilities in Lubumbashi, aimed at increasing local manufacturing capacity and supporting the domestic supply of industrial equipment. The facilities were officially opened on Monday, July 6, 2026, during a ceremony attended by government officials, business leaders and representatives of the Vinmart Group. The event was co-chaired by Justin Kalumba Mwana Ngongo, Acting Minister of… Read More Here
Glencore Highlights DRC’s Efforts to Improve Transparency in Critical Minerals Sector 24 Mining in DRC Copper Corporate News 

Glencore Highlights DRC’s Efforts to Improve Transparency in Critical Minerals Sector

Glencore Says DR Congo’s Transparency Efforts Could Boost Responsible Critical Mineral Exports The Democratic Republic of Congo’s efforts to improve governance, transparency and responsible mining practices in the critical minerals sector have been highlighted by Anna Krutikov, Glencore’s head of sustainable development, during the Global Conference of the Mineral Institute. Speaking during a panel discussion on the future of the critical minerals market alongside government representatives and development finance institutions, Krutikov said the DRC has made progress in engaging with international frameworks aimed at improving responsible mineral production. She pointed… Read More Here
UN Report Highlights Scale of Illicit Gold Trade in DRC’s Ituri Province 25 Mining in DRC Gold 

UN Report Highlights Scale of Illicit Gold Trade in DRC’s Ituri Province

UN Experts Report Major Gold Smuggling Networks in DR Congo’s Ituri as Uganda Exports Surge A United Nations Group of Experts report on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has highlighted concerns over suspected illicit gold mining and trade in Ituri province, including alleged cross-border flows of gold through Uganda. According to the report, significant quantities of gold produced in Ituri may be leaving the country through unofficial channels before entering regional and international markets. The experts said the scale of reported production at some mining sites differs significantly from… Read More Here
DRC Mineral Export Prices Decline as Copper, Gold and Tin Weaken 26 Mining in DRC Copper Economy Gold 

DRC Mineral Export Prices Decline as Copper, Gold and Tin Weaken

DR Congo Mineral Prices Fall as Copper, Gold and Tin Decline; Cobalt and Germanium Edge Higher Most of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s major mineral exports recorded lower prices on international markets during the week of July 6–11, 2026, according to the latest price bulletin from the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Cobalt and germanium were the only minerals to post gains. Copper, the country’s top export, declined from $13,475.85 to $13,258.50 per tonne. Tin also fell sharply, dropping from $54,040.00 to $50,678.75 per tonne, while gold slipped from $136.76 to… Read More Here
Mopani Achieves Highest Monthly Ore Production in Two Years 27 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News 

Mopani Achieves Highest Monthly Ore Production in Two Years

Mopani Copper Mines Hits Highest Monthly Ore Production in Two Years, Exceeds June Copper Target Mopani Copper Mines PLC has achieved its highest monthly ore production in two years, producing 289,000 tonnes of ore in June 2026 while also exceeding its own-source finished copper production target for the month. The mining company produced 5,140 metric tonnes of copper cathode from its own ore, surpassing its June target of 5,104 metric tonnes. Chief Executive Officer Charles Sakanya said the strong performance reflects the company’s growing operational capacity and the positive impact… Read More Here
ZCCM-IH Bets on Long-Term Growth Despite 2025 Loss as Copper Investments Gain Momentum 28 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy Investment News 

ZCCM-IH Bets on Long-Term Growth Despite 2025 Loss as Copper Investments Gain Momentum

ZCCM-IH Posts 2025 Loss as Strategic Investments Position Company for Future Growth ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc says its 2025 financial results reflect a strategic investment phase designed to position the company for long-term growth, despite reporting a net loss after a record profit in 2024. The company posted a provisional net loss of ZMW2.79 billion (US$110.7 million) for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared with a record ZMW39.85 billion (US$1.52 billion) profit the previous year. ZCCM-IH said the 2024 result was boosted by a once-off gain from the Mopani… Read More Here
Investor Confidence Surges in Zambia’s Mining Sector Amid Copper Boom and Economic Stabilisation 29 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy Investment News 

Investor Confidence Surges in Zambia’s Mining Sector Amid Copper Boom and Economic Stabilisation

Zambia Mining Investment Surge Driven by Copper Demand and Economic Recovery Investor interest in the mining sector of Zambia has increased significantly as the country’s fiscal consolidation strengthens following its exit from sovereign default status.  The improvement in macroeconomic stability is beginning to reshape investor sentiment across key sectors. According to a senior executive at Citi, confidence in the Zambian economy has improved as reforms and stabilisation efforts take hold. The bank has observed rising investor engagement, particularly in mining, energy, and agriculture. Zambia’s vast copper reserves remain central to… Read More Here
Anglo American Advances Copper Exploration in Angola’s Moxico Leste Province 30 International Copper Exploration New Mining Projects 

Anglo American Advances Copper Exploration in Angola’s Moxico Leste Province

Anglo American Presents Copper Prospecting Project in Angola’s Cazombo Salient Amid Regional Copper Belt Expansion Anglo American has presented a copper prospecting project in Angola’s Cazombo Salient, highlighting new opportunities for the country’s mining sector. The presentation took place on Tuesday in the commune of Calunda, in the municipality of Muconda, Moxico Leste province, and was disclosed by the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas in a statement. According to the ministry, Anglo American Angola introduced the Copper Prospecting Project in the Cazombo Salient as a strategic initiative aimed… Read More Here
Paul Kabuswe Outlines Govt Geological Mapping Drive to Unlock Investment Opportunities 54 Mining in Zambia Exploration 

Paul Kabuswe Outlines Govt Geological Mapping Drive to Unlock Investment Opportunities

Zambia Expands Nationwide Geological Mapping to Unlock Mineral Investment and Boost Infrastructure Development Former Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe says government is intensifying geological mapping activities across various parts of Zambia as part of efforts to identify new mineral resources and attract investment. Mr Kabuswe explained that the initiative is being implemented in regions including Western Province, where detailed surveys are expected to support future exploration and development of mineral-based projects. He noted that the geological mapping programme is intended to provide accurate data that can guide… Read More Here

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