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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Minister Unpacks Mining Investment Prospects during African Mining Week

Speaking on emerging opportunities within the industry, Kabamba pointed out that less than 10% of the DRC’s mineral wealth is currently being exploited, leaving about 90% untapped and offering significant greenfield prospects

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) mining sector continues to play a central role in driving the country’s economic growth, according to Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, during an exclusive interview with African Mining Week.  “Mining remains a cornerstone of the national economy through job creation, revenue generation and…

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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Seeks Investors to Unlock 90% of it Untapped Minerals

Louis Watum Kabamba, the DRC’s Minister of Mines delivered a keynote speech during the opening of African Mining Week 2025 today in Cape Town

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeking investment partners to unlock 90% of its mineral resources which remain untapped. Speaking at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town, Louis Watum Kabamba, DRC Minister of Mines, urged industry leaders to partner with the country in driving sustainable mining sector growth.…

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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nigeria and Zimbabwe Advance Mineral Beneficiation

Day 1 of African Mining Week 2025 featured the ministerial forum in which African mining ministers discussed policies being used by their countries to advance local value addition of minerals

Mining Ministries from Zimbabwe, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) showcased measures driving beneficiation of mineral resources during the Ministerial Forum held today at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town. Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines, DRC said the country is prioritizing the development of special economic…

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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Minister of Mines to Speak at African Mining Week 2025

African Mining Week will host mining ministers from the DRC, Zimbabwe, Nigeria and South Sudan as well as representatives from the African Minerals Strategy Group from October 1-3, 2025 in Cape Town

Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been confirmed as a speaker for the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) conference - Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders, taking place on October 1–3, 2025, in Cape Town.   Minister Kabamba will participate in the Ministerial…

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African Mining Week (AMW) to Feature Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Malawi, South Sudan, Zimbabwe and Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) Ministers

Taking place from October 1 – 3, 2025 in Cape Town, African Mining Week will host several African ministers in high-level panel discussions, exclusive networking and deal signings

As more African governments introduce investor-friendly laws to enhance mining frameworks, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 will bring together several African mining ministers to showcase opportunities across their jurisdictions. Confirmed ministerial participants include Martin Gama Abucha, Minister of Mining, South Sudan (https://apo-opa.co/4fYrotI); Winston Chitando, Minister of Mines and Mining…

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Deepen Mining Investment Cooperation ahead of African Mining Week (AMW) 2025

African Mining Week will connect UAE investors with the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining stakeholders for partnerships formation on October 1 – 3, 2025 in Cape Town

Mining and investment cooperation between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) intensified in 2025 with the signing of several agreements. As the world’s leading cobalt producer - responsible for over 70% of global output -, a leading tin producer and Africa’s top copper producer,…

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Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Hydrocarbons Ministry to Lead High-Level Delegation at United States (U.S.)-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF) 2025

The Democratic Republic of the Congo will engage U.S. investors at the upcoming U.S.-Africa Energy Forum in Houston to accelerate upstream exploration and downstream petrochemical development across its untapped energy sector

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is intensifying its focus on upstream development and strategic U.S. partnerships ahead of the U.S.-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF) 2025 (www.USAfricaEnergy.com) taking place on August 6-7 in Houston. Leading the effort is a senior delegation from the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, delivering a clear message:…

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The European Union (EU) Accelerates Mining Investments Across Africa in H1 2025

African Mining Week 2025 conference will showcase growing cooperation between African mining stakeholders and European partners to address industry challenges and unlock new opportunities

The EU has increased financial and technical support for Africa’s mining sector in the first half of 2025, aligning its foreign investment strategy with the continent’s agenda to shape the global energy transition. In June this year, the EU named four Africa-bsed projects as part of its 13 globally strategic…

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Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) Minister of Hydraulic Resources, Electricity Joins African Mining Week

DRC Minister Teddy Lwamba will speak at African Mining Week 2025, highlighting the country’s efforts to power its mining sector through renewable energy and infrastructure investment

Teddy Lwamba, Minister of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has confirmed his participation as a speaker at African Mining Week (AMW), taking place from October 1–3, 2025, in Cape Town under the theme, From Extraction to Beneficiation: Unlocking Africa’s Mineral Wealth. Minister Lwamba will…

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Mining in Motion Highlights Role of Artisanal Small-Scale Miners (ASM)-Large-Scale Miners (LSM) Synergies in Africa

By fostering collaboration between small-scale miners and large-scale miners, countries such as Ghana and the DRC are striving for greater productivity across the mining industry

Ghana is making strides towards fostering greater collaboration between Artisanal Small-Scale Miners (ASM) and Large-Scale Miners (LSM), seeking to unlock greater value from the mining industry while creating newfound opportunities for local communities. A discussion at the Mining in Motion 2025 summit highlighted the value of strengthen ASM-LSM synergies, with…