KINSHASA, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Expected cost-cutting measures
by mining companies in Democratic Republic of Congo are likely
to lead to layoffs and reduce government revenues amid a sharp
decline in metals prices, the country's chamber of mines said in
a report.
Copper production is expected to slip slightly this year due
to power shortages, said the report seen by Reuters on Thursday.
Gold production would increase 33.5 percent in 2015, surpassing
26 tonnes, as new mines ramp up output, it added.