Congo Reassures Copper Miners Rattled by Attack in Katanga
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Democratic Republic of Congo’s mines minister reassured investors after separatists attacked the capital of mineral-rich Katanga province, raising concern among analysts that the region faces increased conflict.
At least 35 people died when 250 Kata Katanga militants battled soldiers and police in Lubumbashi on March 23 before surrendering to the United Nations. The government introduced a curfew and some businesses and schools closed early on March 25 in the city, home to the offices of some of the biggest mining companies operating in Congo.