DRC Bans Copper and Cobalt Concentrates to Drive Local Processing
The DRC has banned raw copper and cobalt concentrate exports to force mining companies into domestic refining. Here is how the policy works.
Aug 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Amara Mensah
Staff Correspondent|Africa
Pan-African correspondent based in Ghana. 8 years covering continental development, regional conflicts, and African Union. Strong networks across West Africa. Focuses on economic integration and cross-border issues.
