DR Congo Establishes Paramilitary Mining Guard

The Democratic Republic of Congo has created a new paramilitary mining guard. This force is intended to secure mining operations and combat illegal activities in the country's rich mineral regions.

30 Apr, 12:59 — 30 Apr, 12:59

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DR Congo creates paramilitary mining guard

Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced the creation of a paramilitary force to secure its mining sector, backed by funding from the United States and United Arab Emirates. The unit, expected to grow to over 20,000 personnel by 2028, aims to protect operations, strengthen state control and reassure investors as global competition for critical minerals intensifies. FRANCE 24's Emmet Livingstone has the details from Kinshasa.

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