SOMIDEZ Enhances Sino-Congolese Mining Cooperation through Safety and Community Initiatives
STRATEGIC MINERALS
SOMIDEZ, backed by China Nonferrous Metal Mining Group, operates in Kolwezi, DRC, focusing on copper and cobalt mining. The company prioritizes safety by implementing advanced Chinese technologies, including a radar system for monitoring mine stability and conducting emergency drills for risk management.
It completed eight solar-powered water wells in 2025, providing clean water to 50,000 local residents. SOMIDEZ also facilitates cultural exchange through the 'See China' program for Congolese employees. In 2025, it established a collective agreement to enhance employee rights and collaborates with other Chinese companies, supporting the Belt and Road Initiative's goals of mutual development.
Mar 7, 2026, 6:04 AM
