Zijin Mining Group’s 2026 copper production target is under pressure following flooding at the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), adding to concerns over global copper supply. In its latest half-year report, Zijin said production from Kamoa-Kakula could be reduced by up to 57,000 tonnes thisContinue Reading
Sandvik has received an order from Kamoa Copper S.A. to supply 19 Toro® trucks and loaders to the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, a joint venture between Ivanhoe Mines and Zijin Mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The order expands one of the world’s largest underground Sandvik fleets at a mineContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Cameroon continue to lose substantial mining revenues as gold smuggling, informal trade networks and weak regulatory controls undermine efforts to improve governance in the extractive sector, according to a report by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS). The report highlights significant weaknesses inContinue Reading
There is renewed incentive for mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to invigorate their decarbonisation efforts, as the country paves the way for taxing carbon emissions and regulating its carbon trading market. It is therefore no surprise that there is a renewed focus on practical strategies for minesContinue Reading
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
