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.

September 25, 2023

Gates, Bezos-backed KoBold Metals to build copper mine in Zambia within 10 years

The California-based firm is spending about $150 million to speed up additional exploration at its Mingomba project.

September 22, 2023

Kodal Minerals lithium project in Mali unfazed by new law

Mali's government has confirmed the firm's license to mine Bougouni will be “administered in accordance” with the terms of the previous law.