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OUR HISTORY
Buenassa was founded in 2022 by Eddy B.K. Kioni , a multi-entrepreneur with experience in government business management in sectors as diverse as agriculture, energy and air transport, and a passionate advocate for climate action, energy transition, digital economy and the transition of the D.R. Congo to a more advanced economy.
After discovering the critical artisanal mining industry in the Lualaba province, he decided, backed up by a experienced international Team, to support the Congolese Government in developing its national mining industry by developing local minerals beneficiation programmes and by helping to secure as much local value as possible with a meaningful social and community focused impact in mind.
After a first experience with Sud South, a Congolese company specialised in offering solutions to support the Congolese Government in formalising its artisanal mining sector in a perspective of responsibility and equity, Eddy decided with BUENASSA to go further with a holistic approach starting from the identification of the needs of the copper-cobalt industry in the Katanga region as a first experience in a country that abounds in other critical minerals such as 3TG, lithium and nickel. BUENASSA is derived from Eddy's ethnic first name, Buenasa, which in Kikongo, a language of southwestern D.R. Congo, spoken in Angola, Congo Brazzaville, Cameroon and Gabon, is the name of the company.
His ethnic first name means "What do I have to do? In fact, Eddy believes that progress and development are linked to the ability to ask the right question every time and to constantly look for one's role in contributing to a better world.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Contributing to climate action initiative by supporting a just energy transition through an ethical, responsible and equitable minerals and metals holistic trading scheme.
OUR VALUE PROPOSITION
BUENASSA is the first fully integrated metals trading company in the Democratic Republic of Congo specializing in the supply of domestically beneficiated minerals—primarily copper cathodes and cobalt sulphate salts—to international markets.
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We offer end-to-end, tailor-made solutions across the entire commodity supply chain up to export. Our operations encompass trading, refining, packaging and warehousing of critical minerals, with a strong emphasis on traceability and responsible sourcing practices. Our core objective is to support and scale local mineral beneficiation programs, enabling the DRC to capture greater value from its vast mineral wealth.
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BUENASSA aims to forge strategic partnerships with local producers while leveraging the expertise and capital of international technical and financial partners to serve a global clientele.
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Our commitment: to deliver physical commodities efficiently, on time, and at competitive prices, while upholding the highest standards of service and sustainability, in line with our Climate Smart Mining ethos.
OUR APPROACH
CLIMATE SMART MINING
As the global push for clean energy accelerates, the demand for critical minerals is reaching unprecedented levels. Cobalt, lithium, and graphite—once niche industrial inputs—have become indispensable to technologies driving the energy transition, from electric vehicle batteries to solar panels.
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BUENASSA’s approach is grounded in the principles of the Climate Smart Mining Initiative, an international effort championed by the World Bank, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment, GIZ, and Fauna & Flora International. The initiative is built around a clear reality: achieving a low-carbon future will require a high volume of minerals. According to projections, demand for some of these minerals could surge by nearly 500% by 2050.
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But with this opportunity comes risk. Left unchecked, the race to secure mineral supply chains could come at a steep cost—socially, environmentally, and economically. That’s where Climate Smart Mining steps in, advocating for responsible practices that ensure mining supports sustainable development rather than undermines it.
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BUENASSA is committed to this vision. Our model emphasizes cleaner extraction methods, reduced environmental footprints, transparent sourcing, and inclusive local partnerships. We aim to make mining not only profitable but accountable, by helping position the DRC as a leader in the ethical production of minerals critical to the future of energy.
By integrating these values into every level of our operations, BUENASSA is not just building infrastructure—it’s helping build trust in the mineral supply chains of tomorrow.
For more information, visit : Climate-Smart Mining: Minerals for Climate Action
Governance
Our team is composed of seasoned professionals and advisors who bring a wealth of experience from the mining industry, finance, government, and international development.
