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…
Petra’s 42-carat Blue Diamond Reignites Confidence in Natural Gems
The 41.82-carat blue diamond unearthed at the Cullinan mine in South Africa. (Image courtesy of…
Mali’s Gold Output Slumps: Production Down Nearly 23% Amid Regulatory Challenges
Mali’s gold industry contracts sharply — output down 22.9% in 2025 amid regulatory disputes and…
Morocco, Saudi Arabia Move to Strengthen Cooperation in the Mining Sector
Morocco and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in the mining sector,…
Rising Platinum Prices Point to Stabilisation for South Africa’s Power-intensive Mining Sector
Platinum and palladium prices have continued their upward momentum into early 2026, underpinned by ongoing…