Drc Allows Artisanal Minors to Resume Their Activities in Lualaba

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On Monday, 5 January, the Ministry of Mines lifted the temporary suspension of the activities of the small copper and cobalt refineries known as "processing entities" and these small plants, which are in the southern Katanga region, will be able to resume their activities. They are fed by ores from artisanal mining, some of which are smuggled on the perimeters of the industrialists. This decision is expected to put an end to the tensions observe…

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Lualaba : Kolwezi under tension, clashes between artisanal diggers and security forces Image media PMaki Tue 06/01/2026 - 14:58 Corps This Monday evening, the streets of the city of Kolwezi usually driven by the back and forth of trucks and motorcycle-taxis were deserted. Shops remained closed, and schools silent, as if the whole city held its breath.