RANKED: The World’s Top 20 Copper Mines in 2025
By MiningFocus Africa Staff Writer Global copper markets are entering a period of heightened tension.…
Anglo CEO Reaffirms Africa’s Role in Mining Future Despite Shrinking Footprint
Duncan Wanblad, CEO of Anglo American. (Image courtesy of Anglo American |Flickr.) Anglo American may be…
Copper’s Ascent: Africa’s Strategic Role in the Energy Transition
By Bradley Riviera As the global energy transition accelerates, copper has emerged as a cornerstone…
Zambia’s Copper Ambitions Advance with New Corridor Deal
Zambia is moving closer to its goal of producing 1 million tons of copper annually…
Panama Eyes Cobre Panamá Copper Mine Restart by 2026
Panama is preparing to reopen negotiations with First Quantum Minerals on restarting the Cobre Panamá…
Commodities Still Dominate Africa’s Export Mix, Report Warns
Edited by Jayden Bagshaw Despite growing calls for diversification, Africa’s export profile remains heavily skewed…
Copper’s Crown Jewel: Lumwana Stakes Zambia’s Global Claim
By Bradley Riviera, Editor – MiningFocus Africa Barrick Gold’s Lumwana mine is no longer just…
From Copper to Clean Tech: China’s Electric Trucks Signal Shift in Zambia’s Mining Future
Zambia’s mineral-rich terrain is entering a new phase of transformation, not just through increased copper…
Zambia’s Growth Trajectory: A Strategic Comeback Rooted in Copper, Agriculture, and Solar Resilience
After navigating the triple pressures of drought, debt restructuring, and volatile global markets, Zambia is…