September 30, 2023 How South Africa botched its first coal power-plant transition Key ministers in President Cyril Ramaphosa’s government have attacked the switch to renewable energy.
September 29, 2023 Cobalt hydroxide price tumbles amid surging supplies from DRC Soaring production from Indonesia is also adding to surpluses.
September 29, 2023 Striking South African coal port workers reject wage offer Volumes shipped at RBCT have dropped to the lowest level in decades.
September 28, 2023 Lucara Diamond ends HB Trading sale agreement The Canadian diamond miner cited a “material breach of financial commitments” by the Belgian manufacturer as the reason for the split.
September 27, 2023 Appian Capital Advisory appoints Head of Africa Khathutshelo ‘K2’ Mapasa is based in Johannesburg.
September 27, 2023 Europe lines up African minerals pacts to ease reliance on China The European Union is finalizing partnerships with the DRC and Zambia to boost local industries.
September 27, 2023 Glencore and Seriti weigh job cuts in South Africa due to ‘dire’ train situation Transnet has been hobbled by sabotage, cable theft and aging equipment.
September 27, 2023 Climate targets threatened by lack of mining investment: McKinsey Report reveals looming shortages of minerals key to the energy transition as low commodity prices cause investors and miners to cut spending.
September 26, 2023 Congo plans new copper-cobalt smelter to serve informal miners The project will be developed by privately held Congolese firm Buenassa Sarl and is expected to cost $350 million.
September 25, 2023 Graphic: Prices tumble for cobalt used for electric vehicle batteries Prices have plummeted due to an upsurge of supplies from Congo.
Iron ore price nears best close since November on year-end metal rally The steelmaking ingredient advanced for a third straight session in Singapore, climbing nearly 1.8% to as much as $106.55 a ton in intraday trading. December 29, 2025 | 07:51 am
