Escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf are beginning to disrupt African mineral exports and mining supply chains, just as several countries across the continent push policies to restrict raw mineral…
Ghana, Africa’s leading gold producer, has raised mining royalties as global gold prices surge, a move that is drawing attention from major mining companies and international investors. The decision comes…
The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has launched a comprehensive review of the $9 billion Sino-Congolaise des Mines (Sicomines) project, appointing international law firm Mayer Brown…
Images: Nigerian startup Terra Industries A Nigerian technology startup is developing artificial intelligence-powered drones designed to protect Africa’s critical infrastructure, including power plants, mining operations and oil facilities. Terra Industries,…
The military government of Niger has revoked several gold mining concessions as part of a broader effort to strengthen state control over the country’s natural resources and enforce compliance in…
Kakenenwa Muyangwa, CEO of ZCCM Investment Holdings. © ZCCM-IH Kakenenwa Muyangwa is spearheading a major transformation at ZCCM Investments Holdings, repositioning the organisation from a passive shareholder into a more…
A coordinated strategy between Cameroon and the Central African Republic (CAR) could help disrupt illicit gold networks linked to organized crime and armed conflict along their shared border. Illegal gold…
Pan African Resources has announced plans to acquire Australian exploration firm Emmerson Resources in an all-share transaction valued at approximately A$311 million ($219 million). The proposed deal will strengthen Pan…
Ghana is moving ahead with a new sliding-scale gold royalty system aimed at increasing government revenue from the mining sector while maintaining the country’s attractiveness to global investors. The new…
China has announced a zero-tariff policy for nearly all African imports, a move aimed at strengthening trade ties with the continent. However, analysts warn the policy could deepen Africa’s dependence…