US is negotiating a minerals deals with conflict-hit Congo, Trump official says

A Trump-Congo minerals deal may not be worth the risk

U.S. officials negotiating with the DRC should minimize the risks of a partnership, clearly define American mineral needs and explore possible alternatives to make sure that any deal is worth the cost.

US closes in on critical minerals deal with DR Congo

Trump’s Africa adviser agrees ‘path forward’ to drive American mining investment as Tshisekedi government seeks to shore up support

How a 2.5bn-year-old rock deposit became central to helping stop Russia’s invasion

The minerals have become central to global politics. Munira Raji reports

US senior adviser for Africa confirms Trump’s decision on Congo’s mineral export deal

The United States has relayed its commitment to providing significant support for the mineral deal it has negotiated with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

After tariffs, US dangles billions of dollars in Congo mineral investment

The United States is in talks to invest billions of dollars in mineral-rich Congo and wants to help end a conflict raging in the country's east, President Donald Trump's senior adviser for Africa said during a visit on Thursday.

The United States is working on a deal on mineral resources not only in Ukraine, but also in the civil war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo. This was confirmed by US President Donald Trump's Africa adviser Massad Boulos. While the Americans tell the Ukrainians that giving them mineral resources will ensure their security against Russia, the Congo presents the deal as an advantage in defense against neighboring Rwanda.