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Zambia and UK Sign Debt Restructuring Deal Under G20 Framework 1 Mining in Zambia Economy 

Zambia and UK Sign Debt Restructuring Deal Under G20 Framework

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Zambia and United Kingdom Amend $291 Million Debt Agreement to Support Ongoing Debt Restructuring The governments of Zambia and the United Kingdom have signed a bilateral amendment agreement on Zambia’s outstanding debt, marking further progress in the country’s ongoing debt restructuring process under the G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatment. The agreement was signed in Lusaka by Finance and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane and the British High Commissioner to Zambia, Rebecca Terzeon. Officials from Zambia’s Ministry of Finance and representatives from UK Export Finance also attended the signing ceremony.… Read More Here
MMG Eyes New Copper Projects in DRC as Global Expansion Strategy Accelerates 2 Mining in DRC Copper Corporate News New Mining Projects 

MMG Eyes New Copper Projects in DRC as Global Expansion Strategy Accelerates

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Chinese Miner MMG Seeks Copper Acquisition Targets in Africa, Including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Amid Rising Global Demand Global mining company MMG Limited is exploring new acquisition opportunities in Africa, with a particular focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo as it seeks to expand its copper portfolio. The Chinese-owned miner is assessing several potential takeover targets across Africa and Latin America, targeting advanced copper projects that are close to development but not yet in production. The company says it is interested in assets with significant scale that… Read More Here
DRC Prepares for First Lithium Production at Manono Deposit 3 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Lithium 

DRC Prepares for First Lithium Production at Manono Deposit

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DRC Targets First Lithium Production from Manono Deposit as Global Battery Demand Surges The Democratic Republic of the Congo is preparing to enter the global lithium market, with authorities indicating that the country’s first lithium production could begin in the near future. Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba told international investors that initial production from the Manono lithium project could start as early as the second quarter of 2026, positioning the country as a new supplier of one of the world’s most strategic minerals. Lithium is a key component in rechargeable… Read More Here
Landslide Kills Artisanal Miners at Rebel-Controlled Site in Eastern DRC 4 Mining in DRC Artisanal mining Mining safety 

Landslide Kills Artisanal Miners at Rebel-Controlled Site in Eastern DRC

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At Least Seven Killed in Landslide at Rebel-Controlled Mining Site in North Kivu, DRC At least seven people have been killed following a landslide at an artisanal mining site in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by miners working in areas controlled by armed groups. The latest incident occurred on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Gakombe mining site in Masisi Territory, located in North Kivu Province. The site lies in a region currently under the control of the Congo River Alliance and the M23… Read More Here
Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Energy Markets 5 International Oil & Gas Petroleum 

Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Energy Markets

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Brent Oil Nears $93 as US–Israel Conflict with Iran Fuels Supply Fears in the Persian Gulf Global energy markets are experiencing heightened volatility as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran enters its seventh day, raising concerns about disruptions to global oil supply. Military strikes and retaliatory attacks in the Persian Gulf have increased tensions across the region, triggering a sharp rise in oil prices and fueling fears of a prolonged supply shock. As of Saturday, March 7, 2026, the price of Brent crude the global benchmark for… Read More Here
Glencore Backs $1.4 Billion Bid for Stake in Eurasian Resources Group 6 International Corporate News 

Glencore Backs $1.4 Billion Bid for Stake in Eurasian Resources Group

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Glencore Proposes Financing Deal to Support $1.4 Billion Bid for Eurasian Resources Group Stake Mining giant Glencore is considering supporting a $1.4 billion bid by Kazakh entrepreneur Shakhmurat Mutalip to acquire a 40% stake in Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), according to reports citing people familiar with the discussions. Under the proposal, Glencore would provide an upfront pre-payment of about $800 million in exchange for future shipments of ferrochrome, a key raw material used in steel production. The arrangement would help finance Mutalip’s bid while securing long-term supply of the alloying… Read More Here
Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026 7 Mining in DRC 

Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026

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DRC’s Bana Kongo Researchers Win Award at PDAC 2026, Highlighting Congolese Talent in Mining Exploration A team of young Congolese researchers has earned international recognition at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 in Toronto, highlighting the growing role of local talent in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. During his official visit to Toronto, Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba met with the group, known as Bana Kongo, to discuss ways of strengthening the participation of Congolese researchers in major mining and geological exploration projects. The Bana… Read More Here
Zambia Ranks Third Most Attractive Mining Investment Destination in Africa 8 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

Zambia Ranks Third Most Attractive Mining Investment Destination in Africa

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Zambia Climbs Global Mining Investment Rankings in 2025 Fraser Institute Survey Zambia has been ranked the third most attractive mining investment destination in Africa, according to the 2025 Annual Survey of Mining Companies by the Fraser Institute.The country trails only Botswana and Morocco on the continent. Globally, Zambia improved its position to 25th place on the Investment Attractiveness Index, up from 28th in the previous survey. Zambia’s score on the index rose to 72.84, reflecting growing investor confidence in the country’s mineral potential and policy environment. The survey assessed 68… Read More Here
The Kazungula Gateway: Unlocking Seamless Trade in Southern Africa 9 Transport and Logistics Events & Expos Mining in Zambia 

The Kazungula Gateway: Unlocking Seamless Trade in Southern Africa

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Southern Africa is witnessing a major shift in how trade moves across its borders, and at the center of this transformation is the Kazungula Bridge. The opening of the Kazungula Bridge, which connects Zambia and Botswana across the Zambezi River, represents a significant step toward strengthening regional trade and logistics. During the launch of the authority, the President, alongside his Botswana counterpart, Duma Boko, reaffirmed the unwavering commitment to enhancing trade and economic integration between the two neighbours. Spanning 923 metres and constructed at a cost of approximately US$259 million,… Read More Here
ZIMEC 2026 to Examine Zambia’s Mining and Energy Transition at a Pivotal Moment for Investment and Reform 10 Events & Expos Mining in Zambia Sponsored Content 

ZIMEC 2026 to Examine Zambia’s Mining and Energy Transition at a Pivotal Moment for Investment and Reform

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As Zambia advances ambitious targets across mining production, energy reform, and regional trade integration, the 13th edition of the Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (ZIMEC 2026) will convene policymakers, industry leaders, financiers, and technical experts to examine how the country can translate momentum into long-term, sustainable growth. ZIMEC 2026 will take place at the Garden Court Hotel, in Kitwe at the heart of the Copperbelt from 25 – 26 March 2026. ZIMEC 2026 will focus on the evolving dynamics shaping Zambia’s mining and energy sectors, including responsible… Read More Here

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