Because of its rich copper, cobalt, and gold mining, Katanga has long been the target of mining privatization and politicization and other resource-hoarding attempts. Kisula spoke in defense of companies such as Anvil Mining and Gécamines and criticized the central government for not enforcing laws, including keeping miners away from closed mines like the Shinkolobwe mine.
Katanga's rich copper, cobalt, and gold reserves have attracted attempts at privatization and political manipulation of its resources. Kisula defended mining companies like Anvil Mining and Gécamines while criticizing the government for not enforcing regulations, including preventing miners from entering closed mines like Shinkolobwe.