DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/efa8c2/mining_industry_in) has announced the addition of the "Mining Industry in Democratic Republic of Congo" report to their offering.

“Mining Industry in Democratic Republic of Congo”

The Democratic Republic of Congo is potentially one of the richest mining countries in Africa, based on its vast resources of copper, cobalt and diamonds. However, as with many African countries, the DRC is plagued by civil war, an uncertain political situation, corruption and smuggling. This has resulted in a shortage of development capital that has stifled the development of the country's industries. The mining industry in DR Congo is anticipated to grow by an annual average of 13.7% till 2015. Most mining activities are concentrated in the southern and eastern parts of the country, where the famous copper belt extends in to the DRC from Zambia near Lubumbashi. With growing interest in Africa's largely untapped iron ore resources, Congo's considerable deposits of the mineral have fallen under the gaze of international mining firms. One of the largest projects in development on the region is Sundance Resources' Mbalam project, which spans the border between Cameroon and the DRC.

Congo's vast mineral resources continue to attract international interest, with a number of international firms reportedly vying for access to the country's deposits. In terms of growth potential, the industry is one of the most attractive in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), with the sector forecast to expand by almost 70% in value terms between 2011 and 2015.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary

2. Industry Definition

3. Global Mining Industry

4. Mining Industry in Africa

5. Congo Mining Industry

6. Industry Trends

7. Regulatory Framework

8. Cobalt Market in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

9. Copper Market in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

10. Gold Market in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

11. Iron Ore Market in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

12. Competition in the Industry

13. Major Industry Players

14. Industry Forecast

15. Glossary

Companies Mentioned:

• Anvil Mining Limited
• Banro Corporation
• Tiger Resources

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