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  • [New] Global supply chain vulnerabilities are highlighted by the concentrated production of key materials in a small number of countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (cobalt), Chile (copper), and Australia (lithium). The Business & Financial Times
  • Over the past six months, a worsening food crisis has been gripping the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where conflict, economic instability and rising food prices have put millions at risk. FAODirectorGeneral
  • In addition to supporting national electrification, the Djeno Power Plant has the potential to expand its reach to the Democratic Republic of Congo and other landlocked countries. Energy Capital & Power
  • Cobalt mining poses serious ecological and socio-economic risks, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where mining practices can lead to deforestation and pollution of waterways. THE BATTERY TIPS
  • Infrastructure development emerged as crucial, with projects like the Lobito Corridor - connecting Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo - cited as examples of cross-border collaboration that could dramatically reduce transport costs and boost industrial efficiency. KBC Digital
  • In summary, the dangers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo arise from political instability, armed conflicts, and health threats, creating a challenging environment for tourists. TravelPander
  • The conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo had devastating consequences, particularly for women and children, who faced heightened risks of sexual violence. allAfrica.com
  • The first donation of mpox vaccines arrived in Democratic Republic of the Congo on Thursday, but officials say millions more doses will be needed. The Guardian
  • South Africa and Gabon lead global manganese production, with diversified supply chains reducing geopolitical risks compared to cobalt (predominantly sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo) or lithium (concentrated in Australia and South America). Discovery Alert
  • About 60-70% of lithium will still need to be imported from Australia and Chile, while cobalt will remain largely sourced from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Rinnovabili
  • The Democratic Republic of Congo presents diverse investment opportunities for Belgian companies across the mineral value chain, from extraction to processing and trading. Discovery Alert
  • The Democratic Republic of the Congo will defend its territorial integrity, its sovereignty and the security of its people at all costs while remaining open to a political settlement of the conflict with Rwanda through diplomatic channels. The Washington Post
  • Burundi and Rwanda risk miscalculating in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, which could spark a wider regional war in a most dangerous scenario, despite both countries' efforts to deescalate and avoid a direct conflict. Institute for the Study of War
  • African countries with critical minerals - such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique and Madagascar - or with low-emissions hydrogen potential, such as Namibia and Mauritania, can take advantage of growing global demand for clean energy to drive domestic industries. IEA
  • The Democratic Republic of Congo recently proposed that it could offer the United States and Europe access to its mineral reserves in return for military assistance, amid its ongoing conflict with neighboring Rwanda. DNyuz
  • Intensifying violence in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to displace thousands as the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group threatens to march on the distant capital, Kinshasa, and the UN Security Council holds an emergency meeting to head off regional war. The United Nations Office at Geneva
  • The conflict playing out in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have seized vital mines in a lightning advance, spotlights the global race for access to critical minerals and the risk to local populations. Context
  • Africa's population is projected to double by 2050, reaching over two billion people, with countries like Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo seeing the highest growth. FRS
  • Talks are under way among leaders of African countries to end fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which thousands of people have been killed, thousands forced to leave their homes, and which threatens to bring down its elected government. SKY
  • The conflict playing out in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have sed vital mines in a lightning advance, spotlights the global race for access to critical minerals and the risk to local populations. Republic of Mining
  • A United Nations counterterrorism official last year warned of increased attacks by Islamic State affiliates in Somalia, Mozambique and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Hiiraanweyn
  • The risk is under 10% in West Africa along the Guinea Golf and lower than 1% in most of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, and Gabon in the Central Africa region. Nature

Last updated: 26 July 2025



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