DRC Miners Seek Delay to New 5% Worker Equity Rule

Published: Jun 19, 2026 09:35

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Major mining companies operating in the DRC are seeking a delay to a new regulation requiring a 5% equity stake for local workers by July 31. Companies including Glencore, Ivanhoe Mines, CMOC and ERG have raised concerns over implementation details. The development is being closely watched given the DRC’s key role in global copper and cobalt supply.

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