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FQM Invests K3.5 Million to Modernise North-Western Provincial Library in Solwezi 21 Mining in Zambia Corporate News Corporate social responsibility 

FQM Invests K3.5 Million to Modernise North-Western Provincial Library in Solwezi

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Kansanshi Mine Boosts Zambia’s Literacy Drive Through Major Digital Library Renovation in Solwezi First Quantum Minerals (FQM), through its Kansanshi Mine, has invested over K3.5 million to fully modernise the North-Western Provincial Library in Solwezi, transforming it into a safe, digital, and inclusive learning hub designed to strengthen literacy and education across the region. The newly upgraded facility—now formally handed over to the government—forms part of FQM’s extensive infrastructure development programme, which includes the construction of classroom blocks, clinics, the renovation of Solwezi Technical Secondary School, Kimakolwe and Muyoya Primary… Read More Here
Zambia Launches New Minerals Regulation Commission to Reform Mining Sector 22 Mining in Zambia 

Zambia Launches New Minerals Regulation Commission to Reform Mining Sector

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Zambia Establishes New Minerals Regulation Commission to Overhaul Mining Licensing, Safety, and Environmental Oversight The Government of Zambia has officially launched the Minerals Regulation Commission (MRC), marking one of the most significant institutional reforms within the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development in recent years. According to a statement by Ministry Principal Public Relations Manager Shamwinda Tembo, the MRC—established through an Act of Parliament—will function as an independent statutory body responsible for regulating the country’s mining sector. The Commission will assume several core responsibilities previously carried out by the Ministry,… Read More Here
U.S. Welcomes DRC’s Suspension of CDM License Amid Environmental and Security Concerns 23 Mining in DRC 

U.S. Welcomes DRC’s Suspension of CDM License Amid Environmental and Security Concerns

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Washington Praises Congo’s Tough Stance on CDM Amid Intensifying U.S.–China Mineral Tensions In a statement published on its X account on Friday, November 14, 2025, the U.S. State Department applauded the Congolese government’s decision to suspend the operating license of Congo Dongfang Mining (CDM), a subsidiary of Chinese mining giant Huayou, following a recent environmental incident in Lubumbashi. “The United States welcomes the decision of Minister of Mines Louis Watum to suspend CDM’s license and looks forward to working with the DRC government to attract more responsible investment,” the State… Read More Here
Ivanhoe Electric Secures $200 Million Bridge Loan to Advance Santa Cruz Copper Mine 24 International Copper Corporate News 

Ivanhoe Electric Secures $200 Million Bridge Loan to Advance Santa Cruz Copper Mine

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Ivanhoe Electric Secures Major Financing Boost as Santa Cruz Copper Project Advances Toward 2026 Construction Ivanhoe Electric (NYSE-A, TSX: IE) has secured a $200 million bridge loan from a syndicate of major international banks, strengthening its financing plan for the development of what could become the next major U.S. copper mine. In a statement on Thursday, the company announced that National Bank Capital Markets, Société Générale, and BMO Capital Markets are backing the loan, which Ivanhoe describes as “an important component” of the funding strategy for its Santa Cruz copper… Read More Here
Zambia’s Copper Sector Rebounds Amid Strong Prices and Renewed Investment 25 Mining in Zambia Copper 

Zambia’s Copper Sector Rebounds Amid Strong Prices and Renewed Investment

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Zambia Positioned for Long-Term Gains as Global Copper Demand Accelerates Zambia’s copper industry is entering a pivotal period of renewal and expansion. After several years of fluctuating output and wavering investor confidence, the sector is now showing clear signs of recovery. Production is rising, mining operations are stabilizing, and refined copper exports are steadily improving. This momentum is being driven by strong global copper prices, better plant efficiency, and increased ore throughput at several key mines. However, despite the positive trajectory, the sector still faces significant challenges. Energy supply remains… Read More Here
TAZARA Revitalisation Set to Safeguard Zambia’s Road Infrastructure 26 Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

TAZARA Revitalisation Set to Safeguard Zambia’s Road Infrastructure

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Zambia Plans Major Cargo Shift to Rail as Part of TAZARA Rehabilitation Strategy Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali says the ongoing revitalisation of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) will significantly reduce the volume of heavy cargo transported by road, helping preserve the country’s road infrastructure. Speaking in the National Assembly in response to a question from Shiwang’andu Member of Parliament Stephen Kampyongo, Mr. Tayali explained that heavy cargo is one of the leading causes of road degradation. Shifting these loads to the railway will therefore play a crucial role… Read More Here
DRC Govt Crackdown on Mining Tax Evasion Delivers Unprecedented Results 27 Mining in DRC Mining tax 

DRC Govt Crackdown on Mining Tax Evasion Delivers Unprecedented Results

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DRC Mining Tax Reform Drives Revenues Up Nearly 2,000% After Ending Fuel Subsidies The reforms launched by the Congolese government to curb tax evasion in the mining industry are now delivering clear, measurable results. According to data presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the National Economy, Daniel Mukoko Samba, during his address to the Senate on November 4, 2025, public revenues from petroleum products supplied to mining companies have surged dramatically following the enforcement of new regulations in August 2025. Until July 2025, the duties owed by mining… Read More Here
Kasai Oriental Authorities Seize 13 kg of Diamonds in Anti-Smuggling Operation 28 Mining in DRC Diamond 

Kasai Oriental Authorities Seize 13 kg of Diamonds in Anti-Smuggling Operation

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DRC Diamond Smuggling Thwarted: 13 kg Seized in Kasai Oriental, Strengthening Mining Sector Controls Provincial authorities in Kasai Oriental intercepted a shipment of approximately 13 kilograms of diamonds on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Bipemba Airport in Mbuji-Mayi. The cargo was reportedly about to be fraudulently transported to Kinshasa. The operation was carried out jointly by the provincial Anti-Fraud Services, the Mines Division, and other specialized agencies, signaling a strong commitment to curbing mineral smuggling in the region. Interim Governor Daniel Kazadi Cilumbayi commended the vigilance of the control teams… Read More Here
Mercuria Eyes DRC Coltan Market Amid Critical Minerals Expansion 29 Mining in DRC Coltan Corporate News 

Mercuria Eyes DRC Coltan Market Amid Critical Minerals Expansion

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Swiss Trader Mercuria Expands into DRC Coltan Sector, Targeting Critical Minerals for Electronics Already a major player in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) copper market, Swiss trading giant Mercuria is now expanding into critical minerals. Following a $100 million agreement with Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) in late October to finance and market part of Congo’s copper production, Mercuria is reportedly exploring opportunities in the coltan sector—a key mineral used in electronic components. Bloomberg reports that Mercuria is in talks with investment firm TechMet to modernize the Rubaya coltan deposit… Read More Here
DRC Aluminium Prices Dip Slightly Amid Global Market Fluctuations 30 Mining in DRC Aluminium 

DRC Aluminium Prices Dip Slightly Amid Global Market Fluctuations

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DRC Aluminium Export Prices See Minor Decline as Global Demand Influences Market Trends The price of aluminium, a key export product of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), recorded a slight decline of 0.15% on the international market. According to the Ministry of Foreign Trade, as of November 10, 2025, aluminium was trading at $1,351.70 per ton, down from $1,353.76 per ton the previous week. This minor drop follows a period of gains during November 3-8, when the metal rose 2.8%, from $1,316.76 to $1,353.76 per ton. The Ministry notes… Read More Here

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