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DRC and Rwanda Sign Regional Economic Integration Framework to Link Peace and Development 21 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 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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 27 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
DRC Strengthens Global Copper Role Through ERG-Mercuria Partnership 28 Mining in DRC Copper Corporate News 

DRC Strengthens Global Copper Role Through ERG-Mercuria Partnership

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DRC Copper Market Boosted by ERG-Mercuria $100M Deal Amid Rising Global Demand The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to solidify its position as a key global copper producer. On October 30, 2025, Swiss trader Mercuria Energy Trading announced a three-year agreement with Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) to purchase copper from its Congolese assets. The partnership includes a pre-financing facility of up to $100 million, though specific details such as pricing, copper volumes, or interest rates were not disclosed. While such agreements are common in the sector, the deal has… Read More Here
DRC Revokes Seven Mining Permits Over Non-Payment of Surface Rights 29 Mining in DRC 

DRC Revokes Seven Mining Permits Over Non-Payment of Surface Rights

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DRC Strengthens Mining Oversight, Revokes Seven Permits for Companies Failing to Pay Surface Fees The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is stepping up oversight of its mining sector. At the end of October 2025, the Ministry of Mines announced the forfeiture of seven mining titles from various companies for non-payment of surface rights, according to a list published by the Mining Cadastre (CAMI) on November 3. Among the companies affected, Geocore was the most impacted, losing two permits. One of these, issued in 2021, covered five mining blocks in the… Read More Here
Carter Center Delegation Visits MMG Kinsevere Mine to Review Community and Environmental Initiatives 30 Mining in DRC Corporate News 

Carter Center Delegation Visits MMG Kinsevere Mine to Review Community and Environmental Initiatives

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Carter Center Leaders Tour MMG Kinsevere Mine, Evaluate Community Projects and Environmental Management A 14-person delegation led by Ms. Paige Alexander, President and CEO of The Carter Center, visited the MMG Kinsevere mine on Friday, November 7, 2025, where they were welcomed by the mine’s General Manager, Mr. Yi Chen. The visit focused on mining innovation, community project implementation, and environmental risk management. The delegation toured the mine and processing facilities, including the RGA plant, regarded as one of Central Africa’s most modern copper processing sites. They reviewed the investments… Read More Here

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