March 10, 2025

Cobalt price soars on supply fears after Congo export ban

ERG declared force majeure on deliveries because of a DRC ban on exports of the battery material.

March 9, 2025

US, Congo in ‘exploratory talks’ over minerals deal: FT

One of Africa's most richly endowed countries, the DRC is world’s largest producer of cobalt -- accounting for over 70% of global production.

March 7, 2025

Column: Congo’s export ban not enough to clear the cobalt glut

Even the world's largest producer is now feeling the pain of historically low prices.

March 7, 2025

Biotech company BPH plans to extract critical minerals, gold from seaweed

BPH's assay results support the company's belief that seaweed may have the ability to absorb precious and base metals from seawater.

March 6, 2025

LME temporarily suspends lending rules for cobalt contract

The exchange's lending rules kick in when one party has a dominant position, forcing that party to provide material to other investors.

March 6, 2025

ERG declares force majeure on cobalt deliveries from Congo

Eurasian Resources Group is the third largest cobalt producing company in Congo.

March 6, 2025

MMG halts new Congo plant after one year on cobalt slump

MMG said it suspended operations at its new facility at the Kinsevere mine in December 2024.

March 5, 2025

Mercuria, Glencore renew deal for Congo’s share of Tenke copper

Mercuria was allotted 50% of state-held Gecamines’ share of the volume, while Glencore won 25%.

March 5, 2025

Video: China fuels EV battery boom as industry landscape shifts, Adamas says

“The growth in battery capacity is not just about numbers; it signals a fundamental shift in how we source critical metals and design EV batteries," notes Frik Els.

March 4, 2025

Congo courts Trump for strategic minerals tie-up as war looms

Congo has asked for an urgent meeting between Presidents Felix Tshisekedi and Donald Trump to discuss a pact.