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The 2025 edition of the Africa CEO Forum will gather 2,000 CEOs, investors and public sector leaders from over 75 countries in Abidjan from May 12 – 13. In a challenging global economic backdrop marked by rising protectionism, reduced development aid and high debt-serving costs, the Forum will tackle the …

Tanzania has ignited a new era for its mining sector with the inauguration of its first-ever explosives manufacturing plant. Minerals Minister Anthony Mavunde presided over the launch of Solar Nitrochemicals Limited in the Kisarawe district, a move hailed as a significant step towards value addition and bolstering industries that serve …

Nairobi, Kenya – Technology titan Hitachi Energy was a beacon at the 25th Africa Energy Forum, a dazzling showcase of innovation and ambition that lit up the Kenyan capital in June. The forum, a melting pot of government, industry, and finance, was a stage for bold ideas and concrete plans …

I-MAK, one of the premium global brands in the stable of bearings and power transmissions specialist, Bearings International (BI), has led the global market with a wide portfolio of gearbox and drive solutions for over 50 years. With more than 1 000 000 references and hundreds of different product lines, I-MAK’s …

Driven by the energy shift and a drive for industrialization, the global need for rare earth elements is skyrocketing. Demand is projected to rise fourfold by 2030, and African countries rich in these vital minerals are hurrying to assert their place in the worldwide supply chain. Africa might soon provide …

Beijing: As Ethiopia and China mark 55 years of diplomatic ties, Ambassador Tefera Derbew has affirmed the enduring strength of their relationship, describing it as a “deep-rooted, multifaceted” alliance that continues to flourish. Speaking to China Daily, the Ambassador highlighted the remarkable evolution of the partnership, which he characterized as …

The Tanzanian government has issued a firm directive to all holders of large and medium-scale mining licenses: begin implementation immediately. This decisive move is aimed at injecting fresh momentum into the nation’s mining sector, a critical driver of economic growth. Minister for Minerals, Anthony Mavunde, delivered this message during a …

AFSIC – Investing in Africa allows companies raising capital the opportunity to connect with a variety of different investors including the top DFIs and private equity funds. While opportunities to network, pitch and be profiled on site are unmatched, African Investments works alongside AFSIC year-round to provide companies raising capital …

The burgeoning Rwandan mining industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, faces a significant challenge following the European Union’s decision to impose sanctions on key officials and entities. The EU’s move, announced on March 17, 2025, alleges Rwandan involvement in the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) …

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is actively pursuing a minerals-for-security pact with the United States, as violence intensifies in the country’s mineral-rich eastern regions. The move comes as the M23 rebel group continues to seize territory abundant in gold and coltan, a vital component in electronic devices. Congolese officials …