Barrick Mining continues to strengthen its long-term commitment to the Kibali Gold Mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with ongoing feasibility studies aimed at evaluating opportunities to extend the life and value of one of Africa’s largest and most productive gold operations. The continued technical work reflects Barrick’sContinue Reading
Ivanhoe Mines expects copper production at its flagship Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to increase significantly during the second half of 2026 as mining rates accelerate and previously accumulated inventories are processed. The Canadian mining company said improved mining performance at the Kakula underground mine,Continue Reading
Glencore has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible mining and local development after sponsoring and actively participating in a major industry event themed “From Local Player to Global Hub for Critical Minerals.” The forum, held during DRC Mining Week, brought together key stakeholders from across the mining value chain for aContinue Reading
Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has called for a coordinated approach between government, mining companies and academic institutions to address the energy challenges facing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s rapidly expanding mining sector. Speaking during a panel discussion on mining energy constraints on 19 June 2026, TFM Director of External RelationsContinue Reading
As the global race for critical minerals intensifies, the Democratic Republic of Congo is seeing the benefit of growing investments from leading economies such as China and the US – making for exciting prospects at the upcoming DRC Mining Week. As a regular exhibitor at the event, global engineering andContinue Reading
Democratic Republic of the Congo is advancing the development of the US$2 billion Manono lithium project in Tanganyika Province as part of broader efforts to expand local mineral processing, infrastructure development and employment opportunities within the country’s growing battery minerals sector. Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba recently held discussionsContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is evaluating an equity investment in a proposed $270 million cross-border power transmission project with Zambia as electricity shortages continue to pressure one of the world’s most significant copper-producing regions. According to the country’s finance ministry, the project involves the construction of a 200Continue Reading
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is entering a new phase of economic expansion, with its gross domestic product projected to reach approximately $123 billion by 2026. This growth is expected to position the country as the fifth-largest economy in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting both strong domestic performance and shiftingContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is accelerating its push to take greater control of its mineral wealth, significantly increasing planned copper exports to the United States to 500,000 tonnes—five times higher than the initial commitment announced earlier this year. The move highlights the country’s growing ambition to playContinue Reading
The global shift toward renewable energy is transforming how resource-rich nations manage and monetise their mineral wealth. As demand for critical minerals like copper rises, African countries are increasingly moving away from traditional extraction-only models toward more strategic, value-driven approaches—positioning themselves to capture a larger share of the energy transitionContinue Reading
