Alphamin Resources has temporarily suspended mining operations at its Bisie tin mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to escalating conflict in the region . The decision, announced on March 13, 2025, comes as insurgent militant groups advance westward toward the mine’s location in North Kivu province . The Bisie mine, a significant source of tin, has been evacuated as a precaution .
The suspension of operations has already impacted the tin market, with prices jumping to an eight-month high . Alphamin had previously announced record annual tin production . In the third quarter of 2023, the mine produced 3,104 tonnes of tin .
The halt in production raises concerns about the stability of the tin supply chain and potential economic repercussions for the DRC. The temporary cessation of mining operations highlights the ongoing challenges of operating in conflict-affected areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo. 
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The company’s board of directors made the decision to suspend mining operations following the advance of M23 rebels .
While operations are suspended, the company had announced on January 17, 2025, that its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, would be released on or about March 14 .
The suspension of operations at the Bisie mine underscores the precariousness of resource extraction in conflict zones and the potential impact on global markets. As the situation unfolds, the focus remains on the safety of personnel and the long-term stability of tin production in the DRC.
