DRC launches a national airborne mineral-mapping programme
The mines ministry began a geophysical and geological survey programme intended to improve knowledge of the country’s mineral resources.
- Publish date: 2026-10-05
- Category: Mining & Minerals
- Original source: Agence Congolaise de Presse (ACP)
- Reading time: 1 min
Survey programme begins
Mining minister Louis Watum launched the national airborne geophysical and geological mapping project at Ndolo airport in Kinshasa on 5 October. The programme aims to strengthen knowledge of underground resources and guide exploration.
Agence Congolaise de Presse (ACP)
Data for future decisions
The minister described the campaign as a way to understand the territory and mineral estate more accurately. The launch began a data-gathering effort; it did not announce a new mine or a production target.