The New Climate Colonialism in Africa
Considered Angola’s crown jewel by many, Lobito is a colorful port city on the country’s…
Ghana unions cancel strike over illegal gold mining after talks
Small-scale mining. Credit: Knut-Erik Helle via Flickr Ghanaian unions have called off a strike after…
Ghanaians call on government to shut down all illegal gold mines
Ghanaian policemen observe some ore seized on pits operated by artisanal gold miners to verify…
Nationwide lockdown looms as Ghana battles illegal mining crisis
Ghana is set to undergo a nationwide lockdown on Monday, September 30, as civil servants…
Zambian miners resist state taking bigger stake in resources
Lusaka skyline, Zambia. Stock image. Zambian mining companies met with the government to resolve differences…
The strategies driving the players in competition for Africa’s critical minerals
There is a renewed international interest in Africa, specifically for the continent’s critical minerals, which…
Flagship project of China-Namibia mining cooperation empowers locals, especially women, in Africa
A view of the Rossing uranium mine. Photo: Courtesy of China National Nuclear Corporation Editor's…
Zimplats records 5% increase in mined volumes at replacement units
PLATINUM conglomerate, Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Zimplats)’s mined volumes increased by 5% to 7.9 million tonnes…
BME makes mining a career destination for women
Enhancing the contribution of women to the mining sector is a mission that BME is…