September 30, 2024

Sinomine says it will build lithium sulfate plant in Zimbabwe

The company's Zimbabwean unit plans to build a $500 million lithium refinery in the next 3-5 years, even as the company currently loses money.

September 30, 2024

Thor Explorations denies allegations of tax evasion in Nigeria

The state of Osun alleges that the company has dodged over 3.25 billion Nigerian naira (approximately $1.9 million) in taxes.

September 29, 2024

Major copper discoveries scarce as industry shuns greenfield exploration — report

Only 14 of the 239 major deposits since 1990 were from the past decade, according to S&P Global.

September 28, 2024

Tanzania orders gold dealers to reserve 20% for purchase by central bank

In the 12 months to June, the central bank bought 418 kg of gold to beef up its reserves.

September 28, 2024

Mali junta arrests four employees of Barrick Gold

The junta has sought to channel a greater share of gold revenue to state coffers.

September 27, 2024

Ghana central bank launches new gold coin to boost savings

The coin, made from gold mined in Africa’s biggest producer of the metal, has been refined to 99.99% purity.

September 27, 2024

Glencore Congo copper mine hit with $894 million royalty row

Kamoto is one of the largest mines in Congo, exporting 200,000 tonnes of copper and 16,000 tonnes of cobalt in 2023.

September 26, 2024

Kodal Minerals flags possible delay in first production at Bougouni lithium project

Weather impacts could lead to a potential delay in first production by a few weeks to early Q1 2025.

September 26, 2024

Focus on coal miners, power grid as South Africa spends just sixth of climate aid

Burning coal has rendered South Africa one of the world's most carbon intensive economies.

September 26, 2024

Russia, Mali discuss joint lithium and solar projects

The two countries are discussing the development of the first lithium production in Mali.