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May 06, 2026

DRC Cobalt Export Quotas Transform Global Supply

Congo Cobalt Export Quotas: How the New System Will Transform Global Supply Chains The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is implementing

Mar 04, 2026

China Cobalt Shares Gain as Congo Sets Plan for Export Quota

Shares of Chinese cobalt producers rose after the Democratic Republic of Congo announced a plan to replace a months-long ban on shipments with a system of export quotas that''s

May 24, 2026

Fiber optics in the DRC: A strategic partnership for a

Through this partnership, the country officially launches the construction of its national fiber optic network. This strategic infrastructure aims

Jan 31, 2026

DRC Explores River Corridor Project to Expand National Fiber Optic

The Democratic Republic of Congo is considering a new approach to expanding its national fiber optic network. On June 25, 2026, the government, through the Ministry of Posts,

Dec 28, 2025

Congo to tie cobalt export quotas to three-year

The Democratic Republic of Congo will allocate annual cobalt export quotas based on companies'' production and shipment data for the previous

Jul 20, 2025

Congo to replace cobalt export ban with quotas from

DAKAR, Sept 21 (Reuters) - The Democratic Republic of Congo will lift its ban on cobalt exports from October 16 and manage global supply by

May 23, 2026

Congo sets export quotas for cobalt, and partners with

According to the DRC prime minister, following a four month export ban, the Democratic Republic of Congo plans to impose cobalt export quotas

Feb 06, 2026

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Aug 22, 2025

DRC Ends Cobalt Export Ban, Introduces Quota System

September 29, 2025 -- The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) announced on 20 September that it will lift its suspension on cobalt exports, effective 16 October, replacing it with a quota system to

Jan 09, 2026

Congo shakes up global cobalt supply with export quotas

The move to a quota system comes amid escalating conflict in eastern Congo, where the government says illegal mineral exploitation is fueling violence by M23 rebels.

Sep 09, 2025

Congo to replace cobalt export ban with quotas from Oct 16

The Democratic Republic of Congo will lift its ban on cobalt exports from October 16 and manage global supply by imposing annual export quotas, the country''s strategic minerals regulator

Oct 05, 2025

DRC Digital Transformation: A $1.5 Billion Economic Opportunity by

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is preparing to launch a formal procurement process to award a contract for the deployment of an 11,500 km fiber optic network.

Nov 14, 2025

Congo Backs $400M Satellite Deal to Bridge Digital Divide

Officials say relying only on fibre would leave many regions without service for decades. To bridge that gap, Kinshasa has approved both Elon

Aug 17, 2025

Congo''s Cobalt Export Quota Reforms and Their Implications for the

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has long dominated the global cobalt market, producing over 70% of the world''s supply. In 2025, the country''s government implemented a

Nov 11, 2025

DR Congo Tightens Cobalt Export Rules by Reclaiming Unused Quotas

The Democratic Republic of Congo has announced stricter controls over its cobalt exports by reclaiming unused export quotas and reallocating them to a state-controlled reserve,

Oct 24, 2025

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Aug 17, 2025

DRC set to replace ban on cobalt exports with strict

The Democratic Republic of Congo, the world''s top cobalt producer is lifting its export ban starting October 16th. Congo will now control global supply

Jun 22, 2026

Congo Replaces Cobalt Export Ban with Annual Quotas

Congo Replaces Cobalt Export Ban with Annual Quotas The Democratic Republic of Congo will lift its suspension on cobalt exports starting

Dec 25, 2025

Congo lifts cobalt export ban, sets quotas

Keypoints: Exports restart 16 October 2025 quota fixed at 18,125 tonnes Plan aims to stabilise prices, curb rebel mining THE Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

Dec 28, 2025

DRC Cobalt Export Quotas Replace Ban in October 2025

DRC Cobalt Export Quotas: Reshaping Global Supply Chain Dynamics The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will introduce a significant

Nov 04, 2025

Congo swaps cobalt ban for strict export quotas | NAI 500

Congo''s new cobalt export quotas signal a shift from bans to managed supply, impacting pricing, supply dynamics, and winners/losers in the

Jun 11, 2026

DR Congo: Two Chinese Companies Positioned to Build Fiber Optic

Genew Technologies and Zhongshi Wosen, both Chinese companies, will help the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) build its fiber optic network. The Congolese Minister of

Mar 15, 2026

DRC Ends Cobalt Export Ban, Introduces Quota System

The DRC government has effectively established long-term control over ~75% of the global cobalt trade flow. September 29, 2025 -- The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

May 13, 2026

Congo Lifts Cobalt Export Ban, Sets New Quotas

The Democratic Republic of Congo will lift its ban on cobalt exports on October 16. Instead, it will introduce annual export quotas to manage global

Dec 16, 2025

DR Congo Cobalt: Quotas Replace Export Ban – Oct 16

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), responsible for over 70% of the world''s cobalt supply, is abandoning its planned export ban in favor of a quota system starting October 16th. This

Jan 17, 2026

Congo''s New Cobalt Quota Policy: A Step Forward in

As we discussed in our earlier newsletter on DRC''s strategic move to add value to its cobalt, this latest change builds directly on that ambition. The

Nov 18, 2025

DR Congo Ships First 1,000 Tons of Traceable Cobalt in Bid to

The launch, announced in Kolwezi by the state-backed Enterprise Générale du Cobalt, marks the first time that Congo''s artisanal output enters the market under a certified system designed

Mar 18, 2026

SOCOF and APCSC to deploy fiber along new roads in the DRC

Congolese Fiber Optic Company (SOCOF SA) has reportedly signed a partnership with the Agency for the Coordination and Monitoring of Collaboration Agreements (APCSC) to deploy

May 26, 2026

Sources say that Congo is considering extending the cobalt export

Sources familiar with the discussion say that the Democratic Republic of Congo may extend its ban on cobalt exports as it looks at how to implement quotas in shipments of electric

Aug 11, 2025

DRC Shifts Cobalt Policy: Export Quotas Replace Ban (Effective 16

Policy Reset The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has announced a major recalibration of its cobalt export regime. Effective 16 October 2025, the government will lift its blanket

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