May 14, 2025

EU must set aside over 10 billion euros for key minerals, says agency head

The bloc has set 2030 targets for 34 minerals such as lithium and copper.

February 19, 2025

Sibanye signs chrome pact with Glencore amid platinum price slump

Chrome prices have been buoyant, driven by demand from China.

February 5, 2025

Column: Trump or BRICS? The quandary for Africa’s miners and governments

Beyond the short-term volatility created by Donald Trump's tariff machinations, it's likely that the longer-term trend of the world splitting into two trading blocs is accelerating.

February 3, 2025

ERG mulls selling Mozambican assets, reviewing Congo permits

The overhaul is aimed at reducing costs at the cobalt and chrome producer, its CEO said.

December 24, 2024

CHARTS: The coming critical minerals trade war is BRICS short of a load

"While a large number of countries around the world continue to talk about securing raw material supply, China is actually doing something about it."

December 11, 2024

Zimbabwe wants 26% free-carry stake in new mining projects

Resource nationalism is strengthening across Africa as countries seek a greater share of the profits from their commodities.

December 10, 2024

South32 pulls Mozambique smelter forecast amid unrest

Transport of raw materials to Mozal Aluminum is currently being blocked by Presidential election-related civil unrest.

October 1, 2024

Eurasian Resources replaces Sobotka as CEO With scion of founding trio

The move is the latest step in a generational transition at the company.

September 11, 2024

Zimbabwe’s biggest miners seek $182 million for solar projects

Zimbabwe faces an energy shortfall that often triggers the state-owned power company to implement rolling blackouts.

September 6, 2024

African Rainbow Minerals pivots to chrome and copper after platinum price slump

The basket price of PGMs fell about 40% last year and the slide has continued into 2024.