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South Africa’s Gold Sector Seeks Comeback After Decades of Decline

West Wits Mining launched a scoping study to lift WBP output to 200,000 ounces per year after starting initial production. South Africa’s gold...

Zambia’s ZCCM Considers Direct Copper Exports as Demand Outlook Tightens

Liberia Plans Equity Stakes in Mines as Part of Code Overhaul

U.S. Critical Minerals Stockpile Initiative Targets Malawi’s Kasiya Project

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Niger-France uranium dispute: How 156 tonnes became 156,000 in global reporting

The main point of contention between Niamey and France’s Orano concerns the uranium stock extracted before the nationalisation of Somaïr, an issue that...

Niger-France uranium dispute: How 156 tonnes became 156,000 in global reporting

The main point of contention between Niamey and France’s Orano concerns the uranium stock extracted before the nationalisation of Somaïr, an issue that...

China Advances West Africa Lithium Strategy with New Exploration Plays

Ganfeng Lithium backs exploration projects in Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea through a joint venture. Lithium Africa Corp holds 1,254 km² in Côte d’Ivoire...

China Advances West Africa Lithium Strategy with New Exploration Plays

Ganfeng Lithium backs exploration projects in Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea through a joint venture. Lithium Africa Corp holds 1,254 km² in Côte d’Ivoire...

Galiano Targets 25% Gold Output Increase in Ghana for 2026

Galiano Gold plans to produce 140,000–160,000 ounces at Asanko in 2026, up about 25% from 2025. The company expects 80,000–90,000 ounces in the...

Galiano Targets 25% Gold Output Increase in Ghana for 2026

Galiano Gold plans to produce 140,000–160,000 ounces at Asanko in 2026, up about 25% from 2025. The company expects 80,000–90,000 ounces in the...

Africa Seeks to De-Risk Mining With Public Geological Mapping

Africa attracted only 10% of global mining exploration spending in 2024 despite representing 22% of the world’s landmass. Botswana explored only...

Africa Seeks to De-Risk Mining With Public Geological Mapping

Africa attracted only 10% of global mining exploration spending in 2024 despite representing 22% of the world’s landmass. Botswana explored only...

Mali Renews Loulo License for Barrick, Key Terms Still Unclear

After months of dispute, Barrick Mining and the Malian government reached an agreement in November to restart the Loulo-Gounkoto gold mine. While tensions...

Mali Renews Loulo License for Barrick, Key Terms Still Unclear

After months of dispute, Barrick Mining and the Malian government reached an agreement in November to restart the Loulo-Gounkoto gold mine. While tensions...

DRC’s Butembo Copper Project Taken Over by U.S.-Listed Company

AFDG acquires Butembo copper project via reverse takeover U.S.-listed firm rebrands as Copper Intelligence Project lacks compliant resource estimate...

DRC’s Butembo Copper Project Taken Over by U.S.-Listed Company

AFDG acquires Butembo copper project via reverse takeover U.S.-listed firm rebrands as Copper Intelligence Project lacks compliant resource estimate...

DRC Expands State Gold Buying to Curb Artisanal Smuggling

DRC Gold Trading opened a Lubumbashi branch to channel artisanal gold. First official shipment from Haut-Katanga topped 20 kg, worth over $2...

DRC Expands State Gold Buying to Curb Artisanal Smuggling

DRC Gold Trading opened a Lubumbashi branch to channel artisanal gold. First official shipment from Haut-Katanga topped 20 kg, worth over $2...

European Companies Expand Into Congo’s Artisanal Cobalt Industry

ERG signed an MoU with EGC to supervise artisanal cobalt mining. EGC holds a state-backed monopoly on buying and exporting artisanal cobalt. Exports...

European Companies Expand Into Congo’s Artisanal Cobalt Industry

ERG signed an MoU with EGC to supervise artisanal cobalt mining. EGC holds a state-backed monopoly on buying and exporting artisanal cobalt. Exports...

Silver Demand Set to Shrink in 2026, Investment Drives Sixth Deficit

Industrial, jewelry and silverware demand expected to decline in 2026. Physical investment demand projected to rise 20% to 227 million...

Silver Demand Set to Shrink in 2026, Investment Drives Sixth Deficit

Industrial, jewelry and silverware demand expected to decline in 2026. Physical investment demand projected to rise 20% to 227 million...

China’s CNNC Seeks 42.75% Stake in Namibia’s Etango Uranium Project

CNNC unit to invest up to $321.5M in Bannerman’s Etango project Deal includes right to buy 60% of future uranium output Move expands...

China’s CNNC Seeks 42.75% Stake in Namibia’s Etango Uranium Project

CNNC unit to invest up to $321.5M in Bannerman’s Etango project Deal includes right to buy 60% of future uranium output Move expands...

Ghana Gold Output Hits Record 6M Ounces in 2025, Targets 6.5M in 2026

Production rose 25% year on year to 6 million ounces Artisanal mining delivered 3.1 million ounces, up sharply New royalty regime of up to 12%...

Ghana Gold Output Hits Record 6M Ounces in 2025, Targets 6.5M in 2026

Production rose 25% year on year to 6 million ounces Artisanal mining delivered 3.1 million ounces, up sharply New royalty regime of up to 12%...

Rio Tinto's Simandou Architect Plans Exit After Guinea Breakthrough

Isabelle Deschamps, who joined Rio Tinto in 2021, played a key role in the legal restructuring that accelerated development of the Simandou project. The...

Rio Tinto's Simandou Architect Plans Exit After Guinea Breakthrough

Isabelle Deschamps, who joined Rio Tinto in 2021, played a key role in the legal restructuring that accelerated development of the Simandou project. The...

Miners in DRC Given Six Months to Transfer 5% Stake to Local Workers

DRC orders miners to transfer 5% capital to employees Requirement stems from 2018 Mining Code revision Government extending 5% employee stake rule to...

Miners in DRC Given Six Months to Transfer 5% Stake to Local Workers

DRC orders miners to transfer 5% capital to employees Requirement stems from 2018 Mining Code revision Government extending 5% employee stake rule to...

Europe Makes First Move in Namibia’s Emerging Lithium Sector

According to the International Energy Agency, about 55 additional mines will be needed to meet global lithium demand by 2035. Against this backdrop, the...

Europe Makes First Move in Namibia’s Emerging Lithium Sector

According to the International Energy Agency, about 55 additional mines will be needed to meet global lithium demand by 2035. Against this backdrop, the...

Canadian miner Robex begins commercial gold production at Guinea’s Kiniero mine

Mine targets 155,000 ounces output in 2026 Guinea holds 15% stake, receives 5.5% royalty Canadian mining company Robex Resources began...

Canadian miner Robex begins commercial gold production at Guinea’s Kiniero mine

Mine targets 155,000 ounces output in 2026 Guinea holds 15% stake, receives 5.5% royalty Canadian mining company Robex Resources began...

DRC’s Manono Lithium Project Set for June 2026 Start as Prices Slump

Zijin Mining, Cominière shift start date to June 2026 $1B project to produce 95,170 tons of lithium sulfate annually Launch comes amid global lithium...

DRC’s Manono Lithium Project Set for June 2026 Start as Prices Slump

Zijin Mining, Cominière shift start date to June 2026 $1B project to produce 95,170 tons of lithium sulfate annually Launch comes amid global lithium...

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Côte d’Ivoire Drew $3.6bn in Mining in 10 Years, Sets Far Higher Goals for 2040

More than CFA2 trillion invested in mining over the past decade Government plans CFA11.4 trillion in mining funding by 2040 Gold production rose from...

Côte d’Ivoire Drew $3.6bn in Mining in 10 Years, Sets Far Higher Goals for 2040

More than CFA2 trillion invested in mining over the past decade Government plans CFA11.4 trillion in mining funding by 2040 Gold production rose from...

Zijin Raises 2028 Gold Production Target Amid Africa Expansion

Zijin Mining raised its 2028 gold production target to 140 tonnes, up from 110 tonnes. The group agreed to acquire Allied Gold for $5.5...

Zijin Raises 2028 Gold Production Target Amid Africa Expansion

Zijin Mining raised its 2028 gold production target to 140 tonnes, up from 110 tonnes. The group agreed to acquire Allied Gold for $5.5...

Angola closes in on Botswana as diamond market slump redraws Africa’s hierarchy

In volume terms, Botswana is Africa’s largest diamond producer and the world’s second largest. While Angola is unlikely to challenge that position in the...

Angola closes in on Botswana as diamond market slump redraws Africa’s hierarchy

In volume terms, Botswana is Africa’s largest diamond producer and the world’s second largest. While Angola is unlikely to challenge that position in the...

U.S.-Backed TechMet Says Open to DRC Mining Investments

Sub-Saharan Africa is estimated to hold around 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves, according to several converging assessments. Among the...

U.S.-Backed TechMet Says Open to DRC Mining Investments

Sub-Saharan Africa is estimated to hold around 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves, according to several converging assessments. Among the...

Mali Establishes State Mining Company to Consolidate Government Stakes

Mali creates state-owned Sopamim to manage mining stakes Move aims to boost state control, revenue share Mining generated 1,075 billion CFA...

Mali Establishes State Mining Company to Consolidate Government Stakes

Mali creates state-owned Sopamim to manage mining stakes Move aims to boost state control, revenue share Mining generated 1,075 billion CFA...

Cameroon Orders Revocation of Non-Compliant Artisanal Gold Permits

Cameroon to revoke non-compliant artisanal gold mining permits Operators must meet environmental, reporting requirements or close Export...

Cameroon Orders Revocation of Non-Compliant Artisanal Gold Permits

Cameroon to revoke non-compliant artisanal gold mining permits Operators must meet environmental, reporting requirements or close Export...

EcoGraf Secures EIB Support for Tanzanian Graphite Mine Development

EcoGraf signed a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) for technical assistance on its Epanko graphite project in...

EcoGraf Secures EIB Support for Tanzanian Graphite Mine Development

EcoGraf signed a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) for technical assistance on its Epanko graphite project in...

BGFIBank Targets African Mining Sector Expansion at Mining Indaba

BGFIBank is expanding its institutional presence in African mining finance, with a focus on the DRC and Ivory Coast. African banks, including AFG Bank,...

BGFIBank Targets African Mining Sector Expansion at Mining Indaba

BGFIBank is expanding its institutional presence in African mining finance, with a focus on the DRC and Ivory Coast. African banks, including AFG Bank,...

After Glencore’s Withdrawal, New Investor Steps Into Zanaga Iron Ore Project in Congo

In the Republic of Congo, the planned Zanaga iron ore mine is expected to produce 12 million tons of iron ore per year in its first phase, requiring an...

After Glencore’s Withdrawal, New Investor Steps Into Zanaga Iron Ore Project in Congo

In the Republic of Congo, the planned Zanaga iron ore mine is expected to produce 12 million tons of iron ore per year in its first phase, requiring an...

Namibia joins Luanda Agreement to promote natural diamonds globally

Namibia becomes party to Luanda Agreement alongside Angola, Botswana, and DRC Initiative aims to counter rising competition from lab-grown...

Namibia joins Luanda Agreement to promote natural diamonds globally

Namibia becomes party to Luanda Agreement alongside Angola, Botswana, and DRC Initiative aims to counter rising competition from lab-grown...

Angola Defies Diamond Slump With Push to Lift Output

Angola targets diamond production of 17 million carats by 2027 despite weak prices and rising competition from synthetic diamonds. Diamond sales...

Angola Defies Diamond Slump With Push to Lift Output

Angola targets diamond production of 17 million carats by 2027 despite weak prices and rising competition from synthetic diamonds. Diamond sales...

Mali: Sanankoro gold project draws strategic investor as Cora Gold seeks $18M

Cora Gold plans up to £13.7 million fundraising for Mali project Eagle Eye Asset backs deal, becomes strategic shareholder Funds to advance Sanankoro...

Mali: Sanankoro gold project draws strategic investor as Cora Gold seeks $18M

Cora Gold plans up to £13.7 million fundraising for Mali project Eagle Eye Asset backs deal, becomes strategic shareholder Funds to advance Sanankoro...

U.S. rare earth strategy in Africa gains ground with new Mozambique project

Altona Rare Earths has secured U.S. support for the Monte Muambe rare earth project in Mozambique. The move reflects Washington’s push to diversify...

U.S. rare earth strategy in Africa gains ground with new Mozambique project

Altona Rare Earths has secured U.S. support for the Monte Muambe rare earth project in Mozambique. The move reflects Washington’s push to diversify...

Zambia’s Mumbezhi Copper Project Resources Grow 63%, Add Gold and Cobalt

Prospect Resources lifts Mumbezhi copper resources 63%, adds gold and cobalt Project now hosts 174 million tonnes at 0.44%...

Zambia’s Mumbezhi Copper Project Resources Grow 63%, Add Gold and Cobalt

Prospect Resources lifts Mumbezhi copper resources 63%, adds gold and cobalt Project now hosts 174 million tonnes at 0.44%...

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China expands bauxite exploration in West Africa with new projects in Côte d’Ivoire

State miner SODEMI and China’s CGM create a new exploration company Joint venture launches first bauxite exploration project Côte d’Ivoire seeks to...

China expands bauxite exploration in West Africa with new projects in Côte d’Ivoire

State miner SODEMI and China’s CGM create a new exploration company Joint venture launches first bauxite exploration project Côte d’Ivoire seeks to...

Australia’s Lotus Resources raises $53 million to fund Malawi uranium project ramp-up

Lotus Resources raises A$76 million via share placement Funds support Kayelekera uranium mine in Malawi, Botswana project Company targets...

Australia’s Lotus Resources raises $53 million to fund Malawi uranium project ramp-up

Lotus Resources raises A$76 million via share placement Funds support Kayelekera uranium mine in Malawi, Botswana project Company targets...

De Beers Maintains a Cautious Production Outlook for 2026 as Demand Weakens

De Beers cuts 2026 diamond production forecast to 21-26 million carats Weak natural diamond demand, lab-grown competition pressure...

De Beers Maintains a Cautious Production Outlook for 2026 as Demand Weakens

De Beers cuts 2026 diamond production forecast to 21-26 million carats Weak natural diamond demand, lab-grown competition pressure...

Barrick Confirms Gold Production Restart at Mali’s Loulo-Gounkoto Mine in 2026

Barrick forecasts 260,000-290,000 ounces from Mali mine in 2026 Loulo-Gounkoto returns to guidance after dispute settlement with Mali Production...

Barrick Confirms Gold Production Restart at Mali’s Loulo-Gounkoto Mine in 2026

Barrick forecasts 260,000-290,000 ounces from Mali mine in 2026 Loulo-Gounkoto returns to guidance after dispute settlement with Mali Production...

Rio Tinto Ends Talks on $200 Billion+ Glencore Merger — Again

Rio Tinto drops Glencore merger talks after failing to reach agreement Proposed deal valued combined miner above $200 billion Copper synergies...

Rio Tinto Ends Talks on $200 Billion+ Glencore Merger — Again

Rio Tinto drops Glencore merger talks after failing to reach agreement Proposed deal valued combined miner above $200 billion Copper synergies...

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