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Copper Mark and SSI Partner to Strengthen Responsible Copper Sourcing for the Solar Industry 1 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 2 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 3 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 4 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 5 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
EU Hails Lobito Corridor as Key Global Gateway Project 6 Transport and Logistics 

EU Hails Lobito Corridor as Key Global Gateway Project

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EU Praises Lobito Corridor as Flagship Global Gateway Initiative During First Certified Avocado Export Ceremony The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Angola, Rosario Bento Pais, has described the Lobito Corridor as one of the flagship initiatives of the EU’s Global Gateway strategy in Africa and a leading example of shared investment priorities. Speaking at the Port of Lobito during a ceremony marking the export of the first shipment of certified Angolan avocados to Rotterdam in the Netherlands, the ambassador emphasized the corridor’s central role in deepening regional and global connectivity… Read More Here
Ivanhoe Mines Announces Leadership Transitions to Support Next Wave of Expansion 7 Corporate News Copper Mining in DRC 

Ivanhoe Mines Announces Leadership Transitions to Support Next Wave of Expansion

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Ivanhoe Mines Appoints New COO as Company Enters Next Phase of Global Copper Growth Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has appointed Tom van den Berg, currently a senior executive at the Kamoa-Kakula operations, as the group’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 1, 2026. He will succeed current COO Mark Farren, who will transition into a strategic adviser role to the Ivanhoe board. Ivanhoe highlighted Farren’s significant contributions over the past five years, noting his leadership in delivering nine major capital projects while serving as COO of Ivanhoe Mines… Read More Here
World Bank Announces Major Funding Package to Support Growth Along the Lobito Corridor 8 Transport and Logistics Angola 

World Bank Announces Major Funding Package to Support Growth Along the Lobito Corridor

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World Bank Commits USD 600 Million to Boost Economic Diversification and Urban Development Along Lobito Corridor Luanda — The World Bank will mobilize USD 600 million to support economic diversification, urban development, and housing initiatives along the Lobito Corridor, the institution’s representative, Roland Yameogo, announced on Tuesday in Luanda. Speaking on the second day of the 7th African Union–European Union Summit, Yameogo explained that the funding will be split evenly: USD 300 million for economic diversification, with a focus on agriculture and agro-processing, and USD 300 million for urban development… Read More Here
CKM eMagazine November - December 2025 Edition (PDF FORMAT) 9 CKM eMagazine 

CKM eMagazine November – December 2025 Edition (PDF FORMAT)

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Just in case you have not yet received the Nov – Dec 2025 Edition of the CKM eMagazine, Here’s your free copy and don’t forget to share with your colleagues who might also benefit immensely from the quality content, industry insights and professional information provided in this special edition. “BE VISIBLE TO THE RIGHT AUDIENCE” The CKM eMagazine is massively and mostly distributed digitally, reaching top decision makers in all major mining houses in Zambia and the DRC. We have over 160,000 followers on LinkedIn with over 90,000 CKM Newsletter subscribers with over 1,000,000 organic impressions per month. Note that the next… Read More Here
G20 Summit Elevates DRC’s Peace and Development Agenda 10 Events & Expos 

G20 Summit Elevates DRC’s Peace and Development Agenda

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G20 Leaders Meet in Africa for the First Time, Placing Peace and Development in the DRC at the Centre of Global Priorities For the first time, the G20 Heads of State convened on African soil, gathering in Johannesburg, South Africa, on November 22–23, 2025, under the South African presidency. Despite a boycott by the United States, leaders adopted a final declaration centred on solidarity, sustainability, and equality as the foundations for inclusive global growth. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), long affected by conflict in its eastern regions and burdened… Read More Here

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