Rome Resources has announced plans to resume drilling at its Bisie North tin project in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), following a temporary suspension due to security concerns.
Operations were halted on March 14, 2025, after unrest in the region, but the company now aims to restart drilling within 10 days of its April 24 announcement. The next phase of exploration will focus on deeper, high-grade tin targets and is budgeted at $1.6 million, drawn from Rome’s $2.7 million in cash reserves.
The move comes as security stabilizes in the region. The M23 rebel group has reportedly withdrawn, and on April 9, nearby operator Alphamin Resources began a phased restart at its Bisie mine, which had also been shut down in March.
The Bisie North site, about 280 km west of Goma near Walikale-Centre, was occupied by rebels from March 19 to April 3 before being retaken by the Congolese army. Rebel forces have since retreated eastward toward Nyabiondo and Masisi.
Political developments are also encouraging. On April 23, the DRC government and M23 rebels agreed to begin truce negotiations. Just two days later, on April 25, the DRC and Rwanda signed a “declaration of principles” in Washington, signaling progress toward lasting peace.
Rome Resources is also on track to release initial resource estimates for its Mont Agoma and Kalayi prospects by the end of May—data that investors are closely watching.
