The Democratic Republic of Congo has imposed quotas on cobalt production and stockpiles accumulated during the four-month export suspension initiated in February 2025. Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka announced this decision on March 14 during a Council of Ministers meeting.
As noted by Bankable.africa, the quotas will affect cobalt exports and local processing. The government did not specify exact volumes or enforcement methods. Officials have been instructed to implement these measures quickly and efficiently.
The DRC plans to partner with Indonesia, the world’s second-largest cobalt supplier with a 9.66% market share, to control global cobalt supply. Together, these nations produce over 85% of the world's cobalt. This collaboration could significantly impact the market.
Cobalt prices have increased by 84% since February 2025. Cobalt hydroxide now costs $10.5 per pound. Experts warn prices may drop if exports resume and flood the market. The government claims its measures will ensure "efficient supervision" of the export suspension.
The market's response to these new measures remains unclear. The Fédération des Entreprises du Congo (FEC) has expressed opposition. The FEC's Chamber of Mines sent a letter to Mining Minister Kizito Kapinga Mulume on March 7.
The FEC argues that the suspension violates the Congolese Mining Code. This code guarantees operators the right to market their products. The FEC believes the Mining Code supersedes the government's recent decision. The organization has proposed creating a public-private commission to address issues arising from the suspension.
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