Africa’s Mining Codes Are Changing and So Is the Money
Clearer rules, stronger state participation and a deliberate push to process minerals at home, the reform agenda reshaping Africa's mining sector is gaining momentum...
Closing the skills gap: how WearCheck training boosts asset reliability
In workshops, plants and pits across Southern Africa, the craft of machinery maintenance is changing faster than many teams can keep up with. Ever-tightening...
Gov’t action on implementation agreement alarm Kenmare
Kenmare Resources, the developers of Moma Titanium Minerals Mine have expressed concern on the government's intention to unilaterally seek to impose updated terms on...
Ecogems Fined 21 Million Meticais Over Unlicensed Mozambique Gold Mine
Mozambique’s National Environmental Quality Control Agency (AQUA) has issued a stinging 21 million meticais ($328,600) fine against mining firm Ecogems, signalling a toughening stance...
DRC Mining Week returns setting the stage for strategic growth
Organisers of DRC Mining Week, have launched its 2026 teaser brochure, unveiling an expanded vision for investment, industrialisation and cross-border collaboration in the heart...
A Just Energy Transition to Drive Africa’s Industrial Growth
South Africa is undertaking a R450 billion expansion of its electricity transmission grid, highlighting the continent’s urgent need for robust energy infrastructure. The announcement...
US threatens to pull out IEA
The U.S. has intensified pressure on the International Energy Agency (IEA) – signaling that it could withdraw from the institution unless it refocuses on...
South32 Confirms Smelter Shutdown Amid Power Crisis
MAPUTO—South32 has confirmed that its Mozal aluminum smelter, a cornerstone of Mozambique’s industrial sector, will be placed on care and maintenance next month as...
Mantengu CEO Steps Down Amid Fallout from JSE Dispute
Leadership at Mantengu Mining is poised for a reset following the resignation of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mike Miller. He stepped down at the...
PGM Partnerships Key to Green Energy Transition
CAPE TOWN—As the global race for energy transition materials intensifies, the historical bond between the automotive sector and platinum-group metal (PGM) miners is evolving...
