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Deputy Trésor Muyeye Lutongo, representing Lualaba province, has written to the Mines Minister about the suspension of artisanal mining activities for copper and cobalt. He seeks clarification on the government's objectives behind this measure, which affects a key economic sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The suspension raises concerns regarding its economic and social implications for households reliant on this industry. The issue will be debated in Parliament on March 15.