The Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province has lifted its suspension of mining activities, except for gold extraction, Governor Jean-Jacques Purusi Sadiki announced Thursday.
The suspension, imposed in July due to “disorder caused by mining operators,” affected mining operations in the region, which is rich in tin ore cassiterite and coltan.
After consultations with mining companies, the ban was lifted, with continued discussions aimed at ensuring the sector contributes to stability and economic development in South Kivu.