Image: Terrorists attacked a mining site operated by Chinese nationals in Naréna, Mali, on May 12, 2025. MOHAMED LILLY The growing influence of militant groups in Mali’s gold-producing regions is…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is strengthening its position as one of the world’s most important sources of critical minerals, attracting increasing attention from global investors seeking secure supplies…
Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) has resumed copper shipments from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following the successful repair of flood-damaged railway infrastructure along the strategic Lobito Corridor. The arrival…
Caro Holdings has signed an agreement to acquire a 49% interest in mining rights held by Goldrange Resources in Tanzania, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence in Africa's…
East Africa's growing role in the global critical minerals market is creating new economic opportunities, but experts warn that rapid mining expansion could come at a significant environmental cost. As…
Burundi has approved a significant increase in government spending for the 2026/27 fiscal year, with growing contributions from the country's mining sector expected to support economic expansion and public investment.…
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is stepping up efforts to modernise its mining sector as demand for critical minerals continues to surge worldwide. The reforms aim to strengthen…
Ambatovy nickel-cobalt mine in Madagascar. (Image courtesy of Sherritt International Corp.) Madagascar’s Largest Nickel and Cobalt Mine Restarts Operations After Major Rebuild. Ambatovy, one of Africa’s largest nickel and cobalt…
South Africa’s mining sector continued its upward trajectory in April 2026, with production increasing by 8.2% year-on-year, according to the latest data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The…
Mining Recovery and Digital Economy Boom Power Ghana’s Economic Growth Ghana’s economy recorded a strong 6.4% year-on-year growth in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting the country's resilience and strengthening…