Kamoya South II Mine
Kamoya, Kambove, Kambove Territory, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo
Key Information
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Kamoya South II Mine is in DR Congo, near Kambove, known for copper and cobalt.
Famous for carrollite, with large, spectacular crystals.
Opened in 1998, still active, managed by Gécamines.
Part of Katangan Copper Crescent, with sedimentary rock structure.
Location
The Kamoya South II Mine is located in Kamoya, Kambove Territory, Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, about 2 km west of Kambove town. It's in the southeastern part of the country, near the Zambian border, within the Katangan Copper Crescent, a renowned area for mining.
Minerals
This mine is particularly noted for producing carrollite, a copper cobalt sulfide, along with other minerals like bornite, chalcopyrite, and heterogenite. Carrollite crystals here are large and spectacular, making it a hotspot for mineral enthusiasts.
Mining and History
Opened in 1998, the mine is an open-cast operation and remains active as of 2023. It's managed by Gécamines, a state-owned company, and was known for its strict "no specimen" policy, adding a layer of mystery to its operations.
Surprising Detail: Secret Mine Operations
Interestingly, the mine was once a "secret" operation with tight security to prevent miners from taking specimens, leading to misattributions with nearby mines like Kamfundwa.