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DRC Cobalt Exports Delayed as Miners Await Regulatory Approval Amid New Quotas 21 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Cobalt 

DRC Cobalt Exports Delayed as Miners Await Regulatory Approval Amid New Quotas

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Congo Cobalt Exports Still on Hold Weeks After Ban; Quotas to Limit DRC Supply The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has yet to authorize the resumption of cobalt exports, nearly six weeks after the previous ban on shipments expired. Mining companies are waiting to move trucks loaded with cobalt, one of the world’s most critical metals, toward international markets. The DRC, which accounts for roughly 75% of global cobalt production, introduced strict export quotas on October 16 to control supply once shipments restart. However, the implementation of the new system… Read More Here
Barrick Confirms Commitment to $7B Reko Diq Copper Project in Pakistan 22 International Copper Corporate News Gold New Mining Projects 

Barrick Confirms Commitment to $7B Reko Diq Copper Project in Pakistan

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Barrick Reaffirms Support for Reko Diq Copper Mine Amid Speculation of Asset Sale Barrick Mining has reiterated its commitment to the Reko Diq copper mine in Pakistan, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, following media reports suggesting the company might consider a withdrawal. The $7-billion project, located in the remote and insurgency-affected western province of Balochistan, is a 50-50 joint venture between Barrick and Pakistani authorities. It is expected to begin production by the end of 2028. Reports this month cited sources familiar with Barrick’s internal discussions, suggesting… Read More Here
Rome Resources Raises £200,000 to Advance Tin Drilling in the DRC 23 Mining in DRC Corporate News Tin 

Rome Resources Raises £200,000 to Advance Tin Drilling in the DRC

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Rome Resources Secures £200k Funding to Expand Drilling at Kalayi and Mont Agoma Tin Projects Aim-listed Rome Resources has announced plans to raise £200 000 through a placing of 100-million new ordinary shares, primarily subscribed by the JLE Group, to advance additional drilling at its Kalayi and Mont Agoma tin discoveries in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The new shares will be issued at 0.2p each, representing a 10.5% premium to the November 25 closing mid-market price of 0.181p. Rome also intends to issue warrants to participants in the… Read More Here
Apple Faces New Lawsuit Alleging Use of Conflict Minerals Despite Denials 24 Mining in DRC 

Apple Faces New Lawsuit Alleging Use of Conflict Minerals Despite Denials

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Apple Sued in Washington Over Alleged Congo Conflict Minerals in Supply Chain A US-based advocacy group has filed a new lawsuit in Washington, D.C., accusing Apple of sourcing minerals tied to conflict and human rights abuses in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda allegations the company strongly denies. International Rights Advocates (IRAdvocates), which previously sued Apple, Tesla and other tech firms over cobalt sourcing, brought the fresh complaint after its earlier case was dismissed by US courts last year. French prosecutors also dropped Congo’s case against Apple subsidiaries… Read More Here
Zambian Presidency Rejects Proposal for Free 15% State Stake in Critical Mineral Mines 25 Mining in Zambia Cobalt Copper 

Zambian Presidency Rejects Proposal for Free 15% State Stake in Critical Mineral Mines

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Zambia Blocks Draft Regulation Seeking 15% Free-Carried State Interest in Copper and Critical Mineral Projects Zambia’s Presidency has dismissed proposed regulations that would grant the government a minimum 15% free-carried, non-dilutable stake in mining companies producing copper and other critical minerals. The draft statutory instrument proposes that the state hold at least 15% ownership in any mining operation involving a critical mineral—without paying for the stake. It also outlines a mechanism through which government participation could rise to 40%, achieved by forfeiting dividends and offering tax concessions rather than making… Read More Here
Copper Mark and SSI Partner to Strengthen Responsible Copper Sourcing for the Solar Industry 26 Copper International 

Copper Mark and SSI Partner to Strengthen Responsible Copper Sourcing for the Solar Industry

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Copper Mark–SSI Agreement Aims to Boost Responsible Copper Production for Growing Solar Supply Chain The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance responsible copper production and sourcing across the global solar energy value chain. Announced on November 27, the partnership reflects copper’s crucial role in solar energy generation and transmission. As renewable energy demand accelerates, the need for coordinated action among mining, processing and manufacturing stakeholders has become increasingly urgent. The agreement aims to link upstream and downstream assurance systems… Read More Here
Global Copper Crunch Set to Deepen in 2026 as Supply Struggles to Keep Pace 27 Copper International 

Global Copper Crunch Set to Deepen in 2026 as Supply Struggles to Keep Pace

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Copper Supply Deficit to Hit 500,000 Tons in 2026, Driving Prices to New Highs, Mercuria Warns A tightening squeeze in global copper markets is expected to intensify next year, driving prices for both copper concentrate and refined metal to new highs, according to Mercuria’s head of metals research, Nicholas Snowdon. Snowdon — a prominent copper bull at the Geneva-based commodity trading firm — said the global copper concentrate market will face a deficit of roughly 500,000 tons in 2026, mirroring the shortfall anticipated for 2025. Concentrate is the raw material… Read More Here
Loreto Silva Named Lead Independent Director at Barrick Mining 28 Mining Personality Gold International News in Brief 

Loreto Silva Named Lead Independent Director at Barrick Mining

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Barrick Appoints Loreto Silva to Strengthen Board Leadership After Ben van Beurden’s Exit Global mining, exploration and development company Barrick Mining Corporation has appointed Loreto Silva as its new lead independent director, succeeding Ben van Beurden, who has stepped down from the board. Barrick chairperson John Thornton thanked van Beurden for his service and welcomed Silva to her new role. “I would like to thank Ben for his contribution to Barrick and welcome Loreto to the role of lead independent director. The Barrick board remains focused on delivering long-term value… Read More Here
Andrada Mining Delivers Strong Operational Gains and Advances Expansion Strategy 29 International Corporate News 

Andrada Mining Delivers Strong Operational Gains and Advances Expansion Strategy

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Andrada Mining Posts Higher Production, Stronger Revenue and Lower Losses in H1 FY2026 Aim- and OTCQB-listed Andrada Mining has reported stronger operational and financial results for the six months ended August 31, highlighted by higher metal production, increased revenue and a reduced operating loss for the first half of its 2026 financial year. The company said the improved performance reflects the benefits of sustained capital investment and ongoing processing enhancements across its asset portfolio. Andrada processed 527 583 t of ore, a 10% increase compared with the 481 504 t… Read More Here
MMG Positions Itself as a Global Leader in the Low-Carbon Mining Future 30 Corporate News International 

MMG Positions Itself as a Global Leader in the Low-Carbon Mining Future

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MMG Accelerates Global Growth Strategy to Lead in Low-Carbon Metals Supply As global momentum toward decarbonization accelerates, MMG is positioning itself as a leading international mining company committed to supporting a low-carbon future. The company’s strategy supported by substantial capital investment focuses on portfolio expansion, maximizing asset value, and driving strong economic and social progress across its operations. MMG’s growth plan is built on a dual approach: “Grow the Core and Step Out.” This means strengthening its existing asset base while diversifying into future-facing commodities that will shape the next… Read More Here

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