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Zambia & Democratic Republic of the Congo

11 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Apr 21, 2026

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Business
Zambia: Zambia's copper smelters, Mopani and Chambishi, are undergoing extended maintenance, which will reduce the nation's copper output and sulphuric acid supply. The country has also tightened controls on sulphuric acid exports to protect local industry.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a top cobalt and second-largest copper producer, are forced to cut usage of sulphuric acid or consider output cuts due to disrupted supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
Zambia: Zambia is Africa's second-largest copper producer and hosts tens of thousands of artisanal miners, making it a key location for the bond's pilot program.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The sustainability bond is also planned to be implemented in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Zambia: Zambia is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
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International
Zambia: Zambia is specifically mentioned as one of the 20 African countries that will benefit from the zero-tariff arrangement, allowing its goods to enter China duty-free.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is identified as a key trading partner with China, likely to see some benefits from the expanded duty-free access.
Apr 28, 2026 · 13 articles
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Business
Zambia: Zambia is the location of the Solwezi Copper Project and the Dumbwa copper deposit, which Midnight Sun Mining is developing. The country is part of the Zambia-Congo Copperbelt, a major copper-producing region.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is mentioned as part of the Zambia-Congo Copperbelt, a significant copper-producing region where Midnight Sun Mining's project is located.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Zambia: Zambia is one of the mineral-rich regions linked by the Lobito Corridor railway, which receives U.S. financial support.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the mineral-rich regions linked by the Lobito Corridor railway, which receives U.S. financial support.
Apr 19, 2026 · 21 articles
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Business
Zambia: Zambia is mentioned as one of the countries linked by Liquid Intelligent Technologies' fibre network, positioning Botswana as a regional hub.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Democratic Republic of the Congo is mentioned as one of the countries linked by Liquid Intelligent Technologies' fibre network, positioning Botswana as a regional hub.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
Zambia: UBA Zambia won the Best Bank of the Year award in Zambia, contributing to United Bank for Africa's overall recognition.
Dec 08, 2025 · 6 articles
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Business
Zambia: Zambia is one of the 52 countries whose healthcare providers benefit from Merck Foundation's scholarships, helping to address the shortage of specialists.
Apr 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Dec 16, 2025 · 15 articles
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Domestic
Dec 16, 2025 · 22 articles
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