March 18, 2024

Implats’ Zimbabwe unit plans voluntary job cuts to contain costs

Weak platinum group metal prices are projected to last for the next 12 to 18 months.

March 18, 2024

South Africa optimistic for tax breaks to kick-start EV industry

South Africa has abundant supplies of raw materials vital for the manufacture of lithium-ion batteries.

March 18, 2024

Thungela sets higher coal output target as it seeks more assets

The newly acquired Ensham mine is forecast to ramp up output to about 4 million tons by 2026 from 2.9 million tons last year.

March 18, 2024

Lucapa Diamond soars on 48% rise in resources at Angola mine

Resources at Lulo mine in Angola increased to 228,000 carats as of December 31, up from 153,870 carats the previous year.

March 15, 2024

Congo rebels block trade routes, threatening supply of key metal

The world’s supply of tantalum, an essential component in most computers and mobile phones, is under threat.

March 15, 2024

Copper price surges on supply threat as iron ore shows economic risks

Prices for two of the world’s most important mined commodities are diverging quickly.

March 14, 2024

Congo, Chinese partners sign reviewed Sicomines copper-cobalt joint venture agreement

Under the revised deal, both parties have agreed that China will invest up to $7 billion in infrastructure projects in Congo.

March 14, 2024

Africa to play ‘huge role’ in US critical mineral strategy, says Treasury’s No. 2

"We don't want to be overly reliant on any one country or any one company for global supply chains," says US Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo.

March 14, 2024

Exxaro still keen on copper after Botswana setback

Coal miner is considering potential deals to acquire copper and manganese assets as part of its diversification strategy.

March 13, 2024

Guinea junta names new mines minister

Bouna Sylla is former head of the state company that managed infrastructure projects on the giant Simandou iron ore project.