Latest investment news and opportunities from the DRC
The US-DRC Strategic Partnership Agreement signed December 2025 gives American companies right of first offer on 44 mining projects spanning copper, cobalt, lithium, and more.
DRC produces 70% of global cobalt supply - essential for the EV revolution
New geological surveys confirm the Manono-Kitotolo lithium-tin project as one of the world's largest undeveloped hard-rock lithium deposits.
Backed by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, KoBold Metals is developing the Manono lithium project with 7 exploration permits and over $1 billion in planned investment.
The US and DRC sign landmark critical minerals agreement with $500M DFC financing commitment