KoBold Metals, a mining firm receiving support from Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, has proudly announced the acquisition of seven exploration licenses for lithium and other essential minerals in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Earlier this July, the company entered into an agreement with the parties concerned, granting KoBold the right to undertake extensive mineral exploration activities within Congo. Notably, this exploration endeavor encompasses the prestigious Manono lithium deposit, widely recognized as one of the largest lithium reserves globally.