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Manganese mining company, Marula Mining, is celebrating a significant victory after their Kenyan subsidiary was awarded a Mineral Dealer’s Trading License. This license, granted under Kenya’s Mining Act No. 12 of 2016, unlocks a wealth of opportunities for Marula, allowing them to buy, sell, and export manganese ores. The news …

Africa, a continent blessed with sunshine and wind in abundance, is grappling with a persistent energy crisis. Millions live in darkness, and economic growth sputters due to unreliable power supplies. But a new report by Boston University suggests a potential gamechanger: China. “China has a unique opportunity to spearhead an …

East Africa’s energy sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven not just by technological advancements but also by a powerful new force: women leaders. For decades, this industry has been a male-dominated domain. However, a growing number of women are shattering glass ceilings and playing pivotal roles in shaping the …

The relentless surge in demand for critical minerals, the building blocks of clean technologies like electric vehicles and wind turbines, is poised to fundamentally reshape the mining sector, according to industry experts. Meeting ambitious climate goals hinges on securing a steady supply of these minerals, but the current approach won’t …

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s state-owned miner, Gecamines, is embarking on a strategic overhaul of its copper and cobalt joint ventures, aiming to extract greater value from these partnerships. This move comes amidst a global scramble for the critical minerals, essential for the green energy transition. Gecamines is seeking to …

Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee for Energy and Minerals has commended Barrick Gold Corporation for the significant turnaround at the North Mara gold mine and its improved relations with the community. Members of Parliament recently visited the mine along with the Deputy Minister of Minerals, Ministry officials, the Regional Commissioner, District …

The mining and metals sector stands at a crossroads, navigating a complex storm of global uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, and the ever-present pressure to meet ESG demands. But amidst the turbulence, a new report from Deloitte, “Tracking the trends 2024,” offers a beacon of hope. Highlighting ten key trends shaping …

As new business trends emerge, the 2024 Africa Shared Value and ESG Summit is set to transform the African business landscape. Organisers said the summit is a partnership between the Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit and the ESG Africa Conference. Scheduled for 24 to 25 October in Nairobi, Kenya, the …

As one of the world’s largest producers of green metals, it is expected that Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde will be attending Mining Indaba 2024 to highlight key investment opportunities in the country’s mining sector at Mining Indaba The organisers said the attendees …

As Africa continues to navigate the complexities of meeting its growing energy demands while advancing sustainable development goals, the role of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) emerges as a critical component of the continent’s energy landscape. The official side event of the Africa Energy Indaba, the 10th edition of the IPP …