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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 …

Investors from across industry, finance and government are convening to showcase Tanzania’s potential. Potential that is epitomised by a country now ranked third in sub-Saharan Africa for future investment, that is expected to see 6% GDP growth by 2025, and that has seen hundreds of millions, if not billions, of …

Mining Indaba is the pinnacle event for promoting long-term investment in African mining. Attracting a broad and prominent speaker lineup, including industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the country and beyond to promote economic growth and foster positive changes in the mining industry. The 2024 conference aims to celebrate …

Hillary Mwatsuma intoned a prayer to the ancestors who had been laid to rest within Kaya Kauma, one of 45 sacred woodland settlements dotted along Kenya’s southern coast, since the 16th century, wearing a cowry shell crown and traditional regalia. Until the population relocated downwards into neighbouring communities in the …

Graphite producer and battery materials developer Volt Resources recently raised $1.632M capital to advance integrated graphite battery materials strategy, including the development of downstream graphite anode business, and progress the Bunyu Project, Tanzania, and Zavalievsky Graphite business. The capital raising consists of a placement to raise $1.132M via the issue …