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Gabon Signs Geoscience Pact with South Africa to Unlock Mineral Potential
Gabon has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with South Africa’s Council for Geoscience, aimed at…
Why Isn’t Zambia the World’s Copper Cable Factory?
Copper is the backbone of modern life—powering everything from household electronics and power grids to…
Illegal Chinese Mining Erodes Nigeria’s Solid Minerals Sector
By Bradley Riviera | MiningFocus Africa Nigerian authorities have arrested dozens of Chinese nationals on…
Liberia and ArcelorMittal Sign Long-Term MDA Extension to 2050, Unlocking Major Iron Ore Expansion
The Liberia and ArcelorMittal have signed an amended Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) extending the company’s…
Inside Africa’s High-Stakes Push for Mineral Sovereignty
Across Africa, governments are tightening control over mineral exports through bans, quotas, and tariffs on…
Zambia’s Copper Output Rises 8% in 2025 as Mining Reforms Begin to Deliver Results
Zambia, Africa’s second-largest copper producer after the Democratic Republic of Congo, recorded an 8% increase…
Mali’s Gold Crackdown Deepens as Authorities Detain Mine Officials
Authorities in Mali have detained five senior managers linked to the operator of the Yanfolila…
Australian Investors Target Egypt’s Mining Sector Amid Reform Drive
By Bradley Riviera Growing Investment Interest Australian mining and strategic advisory firm Hunter & Co.…
U.S.–China Mineral Race Intensifies as African Leaders Head to Washington
By Bradley Riviera Overview African mining nations are stepping into the geopolitical spotlight as strategic…