This paper explores DRC and Zambia''s plans to build a regional battery industry, leveraging their copper and cobalt resources, while navigating governance, geopolitical challenges, and international
In addition to developing the countries'' untapped resources, new refining and processing capacity will be needed to convert raw minerals into the specialized materials or metals used in battery manufacturing.
In particular, Zambia and the DRC are both well-endowed and produce high-grade of strategic battery minerals, including copper and cobalt, which can be used to fuel economic transformation, in both countries through
The development of electric vehicle (EV) batteries could support the continent''s low-carbon transition, particularly in the public transport sector. Additionally, advancements in battery technology could enhance
Government has confirmed the completion of the feasibility study of an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing facility plant, with positive results indicating that Zambia has enough facilities to set up
Zambia shall industrialise and start making batteries instead of exporting raw minerals. However, can Zambia make the necessary investments? And will the push lead to decent jobs and contribute to the
These objectives lead to the following main research question: “How can enabling conditions for battery manufacturing development be used to assess the feasibility of the BEV initiative between the DRC and
The Lobito Corridor Project marks a significant milestone in Zambia''s industrialization and economic diversification efforts. With its strategic location, rich mineral resources, and investor-friendly
I am further happy to inform you that we have the support of higher learning institutions that will assist in research to design and develop the battery precursor and the battery required for subsequent mass
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