The organisers of DRC Mining Week have unveiled plans for the 2026 edition of the continent’s leading mining platform, setting the stage for deeper investment, industrialisation and regional collaboration in Africa’s mineral sector.
Scheduled to take place from June 17 to June 19, 2026 in Lubumbashi, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the event is expected to bring together mining companies, investors, government leaders and technology providers seeking to shape the future of the African mining industry.
Organisers said the upcoming conference and exhibition will focus on unlocking the vast economic potential of the country’s mineral resources while promoting sustainable growth across the sector. The announcement followed the release of the official teaser brochure outlining the programme and participation opportunities for industry stakeholders.
Hosted at the Pullman Grand Karavia Hotel, the event will feature high-level conference sessions, strategic roundtables, technical workshops and an international exhibition showcasing modern mining technologies and services.
According to VUKA Group, the organiser of the event, the 2026 edition aims to shift industry discussions from policy dialogue to practical implementation as global demand for critical minerals continues to rise.
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo remains central to the global energy transition due to its vast deposits of copper and cobalt. The country produces more than 70 percent of the world’s cobalt and is Africa’s largest producer of copper, placing it at the centre of global supply chains for electric vehicles, renewable energy infrastructure and battery technologies.
Industry leaders say this growing demand has intensified international interest in the country’s mining sector. Investors and partners from countries including China, Australia, the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and the European Union are expected to participate in the 2026 gathering.
The programme for the event will address key issues shaping the future of mining across Africa. Discussions will focus on strengthening mineral value chains through in-country processing and beneficiation, expanding power and transport infrastructure needed to support mining growth, and improving environmental, social and governance standards in the sector.
Other themes will include financing mechanisms to make mining projects more bankable and building stronger regional and international partnerships that can support long-term development in Africa’s mineral economy.
Organisers say DRC Mining Week serves as a neutral platform where mining companies, investors and governments can meet to develop practical solutions for the industry. The forum allows investors to evaluate viable projects while solution providers showcase technology capable of improving productivity and sustainability in mining operations.
The platform also enables government authorities to engage directly with private sector partners and coordinate regional infrastructure and logistics strategies across mining jurisdictions.
With more than a decade of industry engagement, the event has grown into one of the most influential mining gatherings in Africa. The 2026 edition will place greater emphasis on attracting senior decision makers, increasing international participation and strengthening both upstream and downstream sectors of the mining value chain.
Organisers said preparations are already under way and stakeholders are encouraged to secure early participation in order to maximise visibility and business opportunities during the event.
The gathering is expected to reinforce the role of the Democratic Republic of the Congo as one of the most important mineral hubs in the world while helping African countries leverage their natural resources for sustainable industrial development.
