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14th International Exhibition and
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September, 2026, New Delhi

Ivanhoe’s Kipushi zinc mine in the DRC officially reopens

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The Kipushi zinc-copper-lead-germanium mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo has officially reopened after 31 years.
Ivanhoe’s Kipushi zinc mine in the DRC officially reopens
The Kipushi zinc-copper-lead-germanium mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo has officially reopened after 31 years. A joint venture between Ivanhoe Mines and state-owned Gécamines, the high-grade mine is expected to produce 50,000–70,000 tonnes of zinc concentrate this year, with an average of 278,000 tonnes annually over five years. The reopening was celebrated as a boost for local communities and sustainable development. Ivanhoe’s stock rose following the announcement.
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