RE: Commodity Prices14 Nov 2025 08:48
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Congo produces first 1,000 tons of traceable artisanal cobalt : "The vision is to transform artisanal cobalt into a strategic asset under Congolese control," CEO Eric Kalala said at the launch in Kolwezi, the heartland of Congo's cobalt production. "Every ton purchased by EGC must reflect not only the value of the mineral, but also the dignity of those who extract it."
Global cobalt demand is forecast to rise 40% by 2030, driven by demand for electric vehicles and energy storage, according to the International Energy Agency.
Automakers and electronics firms increasingly require proof of ethical sourcing, putting pressure on producers to eliminate child labor and unsafe practices.
EGC plans to expand beyond the inaugural 1,000 tons while adding refining capacity and capturing a larger share of the artisanal market, Kalala said.
EGC did not disclose how the inaugural 1,000 tons will be marketed or sold.