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Zambia and Tanzania Strengthen Petroleum Cooperation in High-Level Talks 1 Mining in Zambia Oil & Gas Petroleum 

Zambia and Tanzania Strengthen Petroleum Cooperation in High-Level Talks

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Zambia, Tanzania Agree on Fuel Supply Arrangements to Secure Petroleum Deliveries via TAZAMA Pipeline The Ministers of Energy of Zambia and Tanzania today held a high-level bilateral meeting in Dar es Salaam, reaffirming their long-standing partnership in petroleum cooperation and regional energy security. The engagement brought together senior government officials from both countries to deliberate on petroleum supply logistics, infrastructure management, and policy coordination, with a shared goal of ensuring a stable and reliable fuel supply for Zambia. The Zambian delegation was led by Minister of Energy Mr Makozo Chikote… Read More Here
DRC and Zambia Commit to Strengthened Border Security Cooperation 2 Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

DRC and Zambia Commit to Strengthened Border Security Cooperation

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DRC–Zambia Defence and Security Commission Concludes in Lubumbashi, Pledges Stronger Border Crime Cooperation The 14th Session of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)–Zambia Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security has concluded in Lubumbashi, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to enhanced cooperation in combating crime and strengthening security along their shared border. Leading the Zambian delegation, Minister of Defence Hon. Ambrose Lwiji Lufuma, MP, underscored the importance of regional peace and stability in facilitating trade and economic growth between the two countries. He noted that Zambia has commenced beef… Read More Here
DRC Opens Strategic Mineral Projects to U.S. Investment Amid Global Supply Chain Realignment 3 Mining in DRC New Mining Projects 

DRC Opens Strategic Mineral Projects to U.S. Investment Amid Global Supply Chain Realignment

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DRC to Present Strategic Mineral Projects to U.S. as Washington Seeks to Diversify Critical Mineral Supply Chains The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is preparing to submit a list of strategic mineral projects open to United States investment, as Washington intensifies efforts to reduce its reliance on China-dominated critical mineral supply chains. Minister of Mines Louis Watum confirmed that the list would be delivered to U.S. authorities this week and would serve as the basis for formal commercial discussions. He emphasized that the initiative is grounded in standard investment principles… Read More Here
Zambia Releases K22.1 Billion in December to Close 2025 Budget with Focus on Stability and Growth 4 Mining in Zambia Economy 

Zambia Releases K22.1 Billion in December to Close 2025 Budget with Focus on Stability and Growth

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Zambia Disburses K22.1 Billion in December 2025 to Fund Public Services, Debt Payments and Capital Investment The Government of the Republic of Zambia released K22.1 billion in December 2025 to finance public service delivery, debt obligations, social protection, and capital investment, effectively bringing the 2025 Budget implementation cycle to a close. The releases, executed through the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, underscore the Government’s commitment to fiscal discipline, debt sustainability, and macroeconomic stability, despite continued uncertainty in the global economic environment. According to the Ministry, the December disbursements were… Read More Here
Kal Tire and Decoda Announce Strategic Alliance to Offer Mines Autonomous Haul Road Hazard Detection 5 Mining Equipment Corporate News International Press Release 

Kal Tire and Decoda Announce Strategic Alliance to Offer Mines Autonomous Haul Road Hazard Detection

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KalPRO™ HaulSight, powered by Decoda and supported by expert monitoring teams, enhances tire performance & fleet productivity VERNON, BC—Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group and Decoda, an Australian mining technology firm, have announced a strategic alliance that will bring mines real-time, autonomous haul road hazard detection to increase truck productivity, tire life and fuel efficiency. Kal Tire and Decoda have collaborated to develop KalPRO HaulSight, which builds on the success of KalPRO TireSight autonomous tire inspections. “HaulSight’s ability to detect road hazards as they arise means mines can prevent the tire… Read More Here
Zambia Urges Enhanced Security for Truck Drivers Following Attacks in DRC 6 Mining in Zambia Mining in DRC Transport and Logistics 

Zambia Urges Enhanced Security for Truck Drivers Following Attacks in DRC

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Zambia Calls for Urgent Action on Safety of Truck Drivers Facing Threats Along DRC Transport Routes The Government of the Republic of Zambia has expressed deep concern over rising security threats faced by Zambian truck drivers operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), citing reports of harassment, intimidation, and violent attacks along key transport corridors. In a government communiqué issued by Minister of Defence Hon. Ambrose Lwiji Lufuma, MP, authorities reaffirmed that the safety, dignity, and welfare of Zambian citizens engaged in cross-border trade remain a national priority and… Read More Here
Zambian Ambassador Concludes Benguela Visit with Strategic Tour of Lobito Oil Refinery 7 Mining in Zambia Economy Oil & Gas 

Zambian Ambassador Concludes Benguela Visit with Strategic Tour of Lobito Oil Refinery

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Zambia’s Ambassador to Angola Tours Lobito Oil Refinery, Boosting Regional Energy and Trade Links His Excellency Rev. Dr. Elias Munshya, Zambia’s Ambassador to Angola, concluded an official working visit to Benguela Province with a technical tour of the Lobito Oil Refinery, a flagship energy infrastructure project within the Lobito Corridor framework. The visit took place on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, and marked the final engagement of the Ambassador’s programme in Benguela, which aimed to strengthen strategic infrastructure links and enhance economic cooperation between Zambia and Angola. During the tour, Ambassador… Read More Here
International Seminar in Kinshasa Strengthens Dialogue on Artisanal Mineral Supply Chains in Africa 8 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining 

International Seminar in Kinshasa Strengthens Dialogue on Artisanal Mineral Supply Chains in Africa

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Kinshasa Hosts International Seminar on Artisanal Mineral Supply Chains in Great Lakes and Sahel Regions At the conclusion of an international seminar held from January 12 to 13 in Kinshasa, stakeholders involved in artisanal mineral supply chains across the Great Lakes and Sahel regions of Africa shared experiences, challenges, and proposed solutions to improve practices in this critical sector. “After two days of productive discussions, we are confident that the exchanges will enrich our daily work. Each of us can now incorporate insights gained here into our respective roles,” said… Read More Here
DRC Reaffirms Strategic Mining Vision at the 5th Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh 9 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Reaffirms Strategic Mining Vision at the 5th Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh

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DRC Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba Highlights Mining Reforms and Global Supply Chain Strategy at Future Minerals Forum 2026 His Excellency Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), took part on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, in Riyadh, in the opening ceremony of the fifth edition of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), a major global platform for strategic dialogue dedicated to shaping the future of the mining sector. The opening ceremony was chaired by His Excellency Bandar Al-Khorayef, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and… Read More Here
Nigeria Courts Saudi Investment to Expand Lithium and Gold Processing Capacity 10 International Gold Lithium Mineral Processing 

Nigeria Courts Saudi Investment to Expand Lithium and Gold Processing Capacity

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Nigeria Pitches $600 Million Lithium and Gold Projects to Saudi Investors to Build Minerals Hub Nigeria has intensified efforts to attract Gulf investment after presenting a series of lithium processing and gold mining projects to Saudi investors, as Africa’s largest economy accelerates its push to diversify beyond oil and strengthen its solid minerals sector. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to position Nigeria as a major African hub for critical minerals required for the global energy transition. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, disclosed the plans… Read More Here

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