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Trump Announces Measures to Boost U.S. Mineral Production Amid Security Concerns 1 International 

Trump Announces Measures to Boost U.S. Mineral Production Amid Security Concerns

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On Thursday, March 20, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled new measures aimed at increasing domestic mineral production, including critical minerals, uranium, copper, potash, and gold. The move is designed to address the ongoing security and economic threats the U.S. faces due to its reliance on foreign mineral supplies, particularly from countries deemed hostile. The new directive mandates that, within 10 days, the Secretary of the Interior, along with presidential assistants for economic policy and security, identify federal lands rich in mineral deposits and reserves. The order prioritizes mineral production… Read More Here
Congo's Copper and Cobalt Export Suspension Impacts Prices 2 Copper Cobalt Economy Mining in DRC 

Congo’s Copper and Cobalt Export Suspension Impacts Prices

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The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) reported on March 19, 2025, a 3.3% decline in the price of copper per tonne compared to December 2024. This drop is attributed to concerns over the Congolese government’s suspension of copper exports to the global market. Since February 22, 2025, the price of copper has continued to decrease, by a 0.15% drop compared to the previous week. The BCC noted that copper prices have fallen by 11.97% since the end of December 2024 and have seen a staggering 60% decline over the past… Read More Here
Zambia and Mozambique Forge Key Energy Partnership with New MoUs 3 Mining in Zambia Energy Events & Expos Partnership 

Zambia and Mozambique Forge Key Energy Partnership with New MoUs

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Zambia and Mozambique have taken a significant step toward strengthening regional energy cooperation with the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing power trade and improving infrastructure development between the two nations. The agreements, formalized during the 2025 Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference (ZIMEC), include an Inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (IGMoU) for the development of the Mozambique-Zambia Power Interconnector. This major initiative is set to improve power trade, telecommunications, and power generation in the region. The Mozambique-Zambia Power Interconnector, valued at approximately USD 500 million, will… Read More Here
DRC Seeks U.S. Security Partnership in Exchange for Critical Mineral Access 4 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Regional conflict 

DRC Seeks U.S. Security Partnership in Exchange for Critical Mineral Access

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In a March 19, 2025, interview with Fox News, Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi confirmed his government’s interest in negotiating a security partnership with the United States in return for access to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) vast critical mineral resources. “We are looking for partnerships and have established some with several countries. We believe that the United States, given its role and influence in the world, is an important partner for us. We are happy to see that with the Trump administration, things are moving forward at a faster… Read More Here
DRC Signs €150 Million Energy Deal with Germany’s Gauff Engineering 5 Mining in DRC Energy 

DRC Signs €150 Million Energy Deal with Germany’s Gauff Engineering

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On March 17, 2025, in Berlin, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a €150 million (approximately $165.5 million) contract with Germany’s Gauff Engineering to construct 230 photovoltaic and mini-hydropower plants over the next four years. The agreement, announced by the Congolese Agency for Rural and Peri-Urban Electrification (ANSER), marks a significant step in expanding the country’s energy infrastructure. While details on the financing agreement remain undisclosed, part of the funding is expected to come from Germany. The initiative aligns with a broader rural and peri-urban electrification program formalized during… Read More Here
EU Sanctions Rwanda Over Alleged Role in DRC Conflict and Mineral Smuggling 6 Mining in DRC 

EU Sanctions Rwanda Over Alleged Role in DRC Conflict and Mineral Smuggling

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On March 17, 2025, the European Union imposed sanctions on Rwandan officials accused of fueling the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and illegally exploiting its mineral resources. The sanctions target the Gasabo Gold Refinery in Kigali and Francis Kamanzi, head of Rwanda’s mining regulator. Mining has become a cornerstone of Rwanda’s economy, accounting for nearly 70% of total exports and 3% of GDP in 2023, generating $1.1 billion—$883 million from gold alone. With mineral reserves estimated at $150 billion, Rwanda has drawn major investors, including Rio Tinto,… Read More Here
Tshisekedi and Kagame Hold Landmark Talks in Doha Amid Escalating DRC Conflict 7 Mining in DRC Governance Regional conflict 

Tshisekedi and Kagame Hold Landmark Talks in Doha Amid Escalating DRC Conflict

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After months of failed attempts, Presidents Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Paul Kagame of Rwanda finally met on March 18, 2025, in Doha, Qatar. Mediated by Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the meeting marked a significant diplomatic breakthrough in efforts to resolve the escalating conflict in eastern DRC. A joint communiqué issued after the talks reaffirmed all parties’ commitment to an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire,” referencing agreements made at the February East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit in… Read More Here
Africa’s Mining Sector Goes Digital to Attract Investment 8 Mining technology Mining in Zambia 

Africa’s Mining Sector Goes Digital to Attract Investment

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African countries rich in minerals are accelerating the digitalization of their mining licensing processes to attract investment and maximize resource utilization for economic growth. Zambia recently launched the Zambia Integrated Mining Information System, a digital platform aimed at streamlining license issuance. This initiative is expected to boost investor confidence and support the country’s goal of increasing copper production to 3.1 million metric tons by 2031. The system follows a record $9.3 billion in mining investments in 2024 and a 79% surge in permits issued, signaling strong global interest in Zambia’s… Read More Here
Angola Warns Gold Miners in Cabinda Over Non-Compliance 9 International Gold 

Angola Warns Gold Miners in Cabinda Over Non-Compliance

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Most mining companies operating in Angola’s Cabinda province, particularly in the gold sector, risk losing their exploration licenses due to non-compliance with government regulations, warned Angola’s Secretary of State for Mineral Resources, Jânio Corrêa Víctor, on Saturday. Speaking to the press during a two-day working visit to Cabinda, Víctor revealed that out of 11 licensed gold projects in the province, only one has delivered tangible results, while the rest remain inactive. He noted that Angola continues to face a significant gold production deficit, making it difficult to achieve its mining… Read More Here
TAGS & Sodiam Sell $15.4M in Rough Diamonds at 2025 Luanda Tender 10 Diamond Corporate News International 

TAGS & Sodiam Sell $15.4M in Rough Diamonds at 2025 Luanda Tender

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Trans Atlantic Gem Sales (TAGS) and Angola’s state-owned diamond trader, Sodiam, successfully sold more than $15.4 million worth of large rough diamonds at their first tender of the year. The sale, held from March 5 to 13 in Luanda, featured 36 diamonds over 10 carats, including seven stones exceeding 60 carats. Approximately 95% of the goods found buyers. TAGS, which markets production from seven Angolan mines—Lulo, Tchegi, Somiluana, Kaixepa, Chitotolo, Catoca, and Luele—saw contributions from all of them in this auction. Among the highlights were two high-value diamonds from Lucapa… Read More Here

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