D.R. Congo
Cobalt mining in the DRC explained
Cobalt mining in the DRC matters because the country remains the world's dominant source of mined cobalt, while both industrial operations and artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) shape supply volum...
By Staff Writer · Apr 21, 2026
D.R. Congo
What minerals are mined in the DRC?
The DRC produces a wide range of minerals, but copper, cobalt, and gold account for the dominant share of export value. Secondary production includes cassiterite (tin ore), coltan (tantalum ore), wolf...
By Staff Writer · Apr 21, 2026
D.R. Congo
What minerals are found in the DRC?
A concise, sourced guide to the main minerals found and mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
By Staff Writer · Apr 20, 2026