Katanga Mining Heritage

The Katanga region (Haut-Katanga and Lualaba provinces) has been central to DRC's mining industry for over a century. The area contains some of the world's richest copper and cobalt deposits. Historical mining sites, colonial-era company towns, industrial architecture, and mining museums in cities like Lubumbashi and Kolwezi tell the story of mining's impact on DRC's economy, society, and environment. Tours offer insights into both historical and contemporary mining operations.