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
Industrial sectors form the backbone of the South African economy. Mining, power, electrical, automation, transport and local manufacturing each play a distinct yet interconnected role in driving economic growth, employment, exports and industrial development. However, capital equipment purchases in these sectors are complex, high-cost and long-term investments that rely heavilyContinue Reading
The organisers of the DRC Mining Week expo and conference have welcomed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Fonds de Promotion de l’Industrie (FIP), recently signed in Cape Town. VUKA Group, the organisers of the annual flagship mining gathering inContinue Reading
Zimbabwe is set to introduce export quotas on lithium concentrates while requiring stronger commitments from producers to invest in local processing, as part of new conditions for resuming mineral exports. The move follows a suspension of lithium concentrate and other unprocessed mineral exports on February 26, after the government raisedContinue Reading
Ivanhoe Mines has sharply reduced its near-term production outlook for the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, surprising investors and prompting a reset in market expectations. Lower Production Guidance for 2026 and 2027 The company now expects copper anode production of: The revision follows a strategicContinue Reading
Zambia is on track to surpass 1 million tonnes of copper production in 2026, marking a historic milestone for the country’s mining sector. The projected growth is being driven by increased output from major Canadian-owned mining operations. Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe confirmed that production will exceedContinue Reading
The discussion will unpack key factors contributing to the skills shortage and examine how stronger collaboration between mining companies, universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions can help bridge the gap CAPE TOWN, South Africa, March 23, 2026/ The African mining industry is undergoing rapid transformation, drivenContinue Reading
The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is stepping up efforts to secure approximately $1 billion in financing from the World Bank Group to fast-track the development of the strategically গুরুত্বপূর্ণ Lobito Corridor. The project is seen as a cornerstone for improving regional connectivity, enhancing trade flows,Continue Reading
Leica Geosystems is expanding its aftermarket 3D machine control compatibility to Caterpillar’s next-gen wheeled excavators. The companies previously collaborated on the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution for Caterpillar’s next-gen hydraulic tracked excavators. The expansion is a result of growing demand from Cat wheeled-excavator users, Leica said. Available starting inContinue Reading
