July 8, 2026
4 developments
Namibia courts Chinese investment
President Nandi-Ndaitwah promoted value addition around the Husab uranium mine and Atlantic logistics.
Lobito assessment challenges Western claims
ECDPM found EU support under €112 million, the US rail loan undrawn and 80-95% of copper China-bound.
China softens its overseas mining governance
A new human rights action plan and CCCMC mining code signal a due-diligence shift.
US expands its Zambia compact
A $491 million MCC package supports corridor infrastructure alongside China's $1.4 billion TAZARA plan.