Why should the Congolese government invest in EV & battery storage?

It also highlights the potential for increased engagement with the Congolese government to promote global trade of these valuable resources. As the EV and battery storage industries grow, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has predicted that total demand for lithium will rise by close to 90% by 2040.

Did Huawei meet DR Congo Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama lukonde?

Executives from Chinese telecom giant Huawei met recently in Kinshasa with DR Congo Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. Get a daily email packed with the latest China-Africa news and analysis. Read exclusive insights on the key trends shaping China-Africa relations.

Are mining sites in the DRC a green future?

As companies globally look toward investing in a green future, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, mining sites in the DRC have become focal points of the supply chain necessary for constructing the batteries used in these cars.

What role does the DRC play in the electric vehicle industry?

Photo: Unsplash The DRC plays a key role in the electric vehicle industry, supplying crucial minerals while facing labor and economic challenges.

Is the DRC poised to see growth in 2023?

With rising investments and exports in the mining sector, driven by improving mineral prices and growing public investment from the EV and battery industries, the DRC is poised to see continued favorable GDP growth over the next decade. In 2023, GDP growth was recorded at 7.8%.