The Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) Ministry of Mines reported that copper exports grew by 4.5% in the first half of 2026, reaching a record 1.72 million tons. Driven by an export diversification offensive, the DRC's copper sales to the US and E

2026-09-15

The Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) Ministry of Mines reported that copper exports grew by 4.5% in the first half of 2026, reaching a record 1.72 million tons. Driven by an export diversification offensive, the DRC's copper sales to the US and Europe are expected to double compared to 2025 levels.