Congo Removes Boss of Artisanal Mining Regulator Amid Crackdown

The Democratic Republic of Congo's mines minister suspended the head of the artisanal mining regulator. The suspension occurred as the government moved to reduce unauthorized mining operations on copper-cobalt concessions controlled by international investors. No additional details on the official's name, the suspension date, or the specific regulatory changes were provided.

• Bloomberg — Congo Removes Boss of Artisanal Mining Regulator Amid Crackdown

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