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Africa Adds 2.4 GW of Solar Capacity in 2025 as Total Crosses 20 GW
Africa’s solar energy sector reached a major milestone in 2025, with the continent’s total operational…
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…
Axian Energy Secures Nordic Grant to Accelerate Renewables Rollout in Africa
Pan-African conglomerate Axian has secured a near-USD 1 million (EUR 852,773) grant for its energy…
Sector Focus: Mining’s Role in Africa’s Export Performance and Economic Stability
Africa’s mining sector remains central to export performance — bolstering national incomes and trade resilience…
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…
Africa’s Top Gold Producer Cancels Long-Term Mining Deals, Hikes Royalties as Gold Prices Surge
Africa’s leading gold producer, Ghana, is reshaping its mining policy framework as soaring global gold…
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,…
Petroleum Minister Urges Africa to Shift Toward Value-added Mining
Africa must move beyond exporting raw minerals and instead focus on value-added processing to unlock…
Congo Advances $29 Billion Iron Ore and Logistics Project to Diversify Mining Sector
Congo Mines Minister Louis Watum. Image: Louis Watum Kabamba | X The Democratic Republic of Congo—already…