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Mingomba Mining Hosts Inaugural Service and Suppliers Fair, Ushering in a New Era of Collaboration in Zambia’s Copper Sector 21 Mining in Zambia Corporate News Events & Expos Sponsored Content 

Mingomba Mining Hosts Inaugural Service and Suppliers Fair, Ushering in a New Era of Collaboration in Zambia’s Copper Sector

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A landmark event reshapes supplier engagement and sets a new benchmark for collaborative mining in Zambia Mingomba Mining Limited, a joint venture of KoBold Metals and ZCCM-IH, launched its first-ever Service and Suppliers Fair, a landmark event that signals a bold new chapter for Zambia’s mining industry. Held in Chililabombwe, the two-day gathering brought together hundreds of contractors, entrepreneurs, government officials, and industry leaders to explore partnership opportunities as the company advances toward full-scale mine development. For Mingomba and its parent company KoBold Metals, a California-based exploration and technology firm,… Read More Here
Lubumbashi Acid Spill Sparks Environmental and Health Alarm 22 Mining in DRC 

Lubumbashi Acid Spill Sparks Environmental and Health Alarm

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Lubumbashi Mining Disaster: Acid Spill from CDM Threatens River, Homes, and Public Health In Lubumbashi, the Lubumbashi River has become a symbol of a growing environmental crisis. A recent spill from an acid effluent retention basin at the Chinese-owned Congo Dongfang Mining (CDM) in the Kasapa district has contaminated streets, homes, and the river itself, prompting outrage from local communities and NGOs. The spill, which occurred three days prior, released toxic water that killed fish and destroyed residential areas. Authorities warn of serious health risks, including respiratory and neurological problems,… Read More Here
Glencore Reports Lower Q1 2025 Copper Output Across Global Operations in DRC, Chile, and Peru 23 Copper Corporate News Mining in DRC 

Glencore Reports Lower Q1 2025 Copper Output Across Global Operations in DRC, Chile, and Peru

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Glencore Copper Production Drops 17% in Early 2025, Rebounds in Q3 with Higher Grades at Key Sites Global mining giant Glencore produced 583,500 tonnes of copper in the first quarter of 2025 — a 17% decrease compared to the same period in 2024. According to an official company statement, the decline stemmed from lower ore grades and reduced recovery rates, consistent with its planned mining sequence. The most significant reductions came from: Collahuasi: -59,000 tonnes Antamina: -23,400 tonnes Antapaccay: -15,200 tonnes Kamoto Copper Company (KCC): -16,800 tonnes Strong Third-Quarter Recovery… Read More Here
DRC and Rwanda Sign Regional Economic Integration Framework to Link Peace and Development 24 Mining in DRC 

DRC and Rwanda Sign Regional Economic Integration Framework to Link Peace and Development

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DRC and Rwanda Take Key Step Toward Normalized Relations with New Economic Integration Framework Under the auspices of the United States, Qatar, Togo (as mediator for the African Union), and the African Union Commission, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have taken a significant step toward normalizing their relations. The two countries have initialed the Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF), an ambitious agreement designed to lay the groundwork for sustainable economic cooperation, contingent upon the consolidation of peace on the ground. Economic Diplomacy as a Tool for Stability… Read More Here
Tshisekedi Announces Imminent Conclusion of Doha and Washington Processes at COP30 25 Mining in DRC 

Tshisekedi Announces Imminent Conclusion of Doha and Washington Processes at COP30

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DRC’s Félix Tshisekedi Signals Peace and Economic Renewal with Imminent Doha and Washington Agreements On the sidelines of COP30, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, announced that the Doha and Washington Processes are expected to reach a successful conclusion in the coming days. The statement, delivered before members of the Congolese diaspora in Brazil, carries major diplomatic and economic implications, signaling a potential breakthrough for peace and stability in the Great Lakes region. A Signal of Stability for Investors and Partners The conclusion… Read More Here
President Tshisekedi Calls for Climate Justice at Belém Climate Summit Ahead of COP30 26 Mining in DRC 

President Tshisekedi Calls for Climate Justice at Belém Climate Summit Ahead of COP30

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DRC’s Félix Tshisekedi Urges Climate Justice and Action at Belém Summit Before COP30 Launch As a prelude to the 30th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP30), the Belém Climate Summit officially opened on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Amazon Convention Center Hangar in Belém, Brazil. The opening ceremony brought together nearly fifty Heads of State, welcomed by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, host of this major international event dedicated to global climate action. Global Leaders Confront Unmet Climate Commitments In his keynote address, UN Secretary-General… Read More Here
IMF Projects Over 5% GDP Growth for DRC in 2025–2026 Amid Strong Mining Performance 27 Mining in DRC Economy 

IMF Projects Over 5% GDP Growth for DRC in 2025–2026 Amid Strong Mining Performance

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Democratic Republic of Congo Set for Robust 5% Growth in 2025–2026, Driven by Mining Sector and Inflation Control, Says IMF The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is poised for continued economic expansion, with real GDP growth projected to exceed 5% in both 2025 and 2026, according to the latest forecasts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF report highlights the resilience of the Congolese economy, which has managed to sustain positive growth despite ongoing security challenges in the eastern regions and significant fiscal pressures. Mining Sector Remains the Engine… Read More Here
Glencore Strengthens Its Commitment to Responsible Mining and Social Impact in the DRC 28 Mining in DRC Corporate News 

Glencore Strengthens Its Commitment to Responsible Mining and Social Impact in the DRC

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Glencore DRC Reports Strong 2024 Performance with Industrial Recovery, $53 Million in Social Investments, and Renewed Energy Partnerships The year 2024 was a defining one for Glencore in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Marked by the resumption of industrial operations, major investments, and expanded social initiatives, the company strengthened its position as a global leader in responsible and sustainable mining. Speaking at the 7th Annual Glencore Conference on November 4, 2025, themed “Ensuring the Future of Global Standards with Social Impact,” Marie-Chantal Kaninda, President of Glencore DRC and Chair… Read More Here
Zambia Launches $245 Million, 200 MW Solar Project to Boost Clean Energy 29 Mining in Zambia Energy 

Zambia Launches $245 Million, 200 MW Solar Project to Boost Clean Energy

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Zambia Breaks Ground on 200 MW Solar Plant in Mumbwa to Reduce Hydropower Dependence Zambia has taken a major step toward energy diversification with the groundbreaking of a US$245 million, 200-megawatt solar power plant in Chief Moono’s Chiefdom, Mumbwa District. The ceremony was officiated by Minister of Energy, Honourable Makozo Chikote, MP, who described the project as a milestone in Zambia’s transition toward renewable energy and reduced reliance on hydropower. Minister Chikote highlighted that several renewable and thermal energy projects currently under construction are expected to come online soon, easing… Read More Here
Africa Emerges as Key Player in Global Rare Earths Market 30 Rare Earth Minerals 

Africa Emerges as Key Player in Global Rare Earths Market

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Africa Set to Supply 16% of Global Rare Earths Outside China by 2034, Fitch Solutions Reportsy As the United States and European Union push to reduce dependence on China for rare earth elements, Africa is emerging as a strategic new supplier. According to a Fitch Solutions report published on October 21, 2025, the continent could account for up to 7% of global rare earth production by 2034, and 16% of global supply outside China. The report, titled “Africa Rare Earths Outlook: South Africa, Tanzania, Angola and Malawi Set to Emerge… Read More Here

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