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Europe is a continent located in the Northern Hemisphere, bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and Asia to the east. It comprises about 50 countries, including major economies such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Spain, with a combined population of approximately 750-million people. The continent is characterised by diverse political systems, languages and cultures, unified in part through institutions such as the European Union, which promotes economic integration and political cooperation among 27 member states. Europe's economy is one of the largest in the world, driven by advanced manufacturing, services, technology and finance sectors. The continent is a significant player in global trade, development assistance and diplomatic affairs, maintaining strong ties with Africa through investment, aid programmes and migration partnerships. Major currencies include the euro, used by 20 EU member states, and the British pound sterling. Europe's engagement with African nations spans trade agreements, development finance and political dialogue, particularly through the EU and individual member states. The continent has historically been a colonial power in Africa, and contemporary relations continue to be shaped by that legacy, alongside efforts to foster equitable economic partnerships and address migration and security challenges. Europe remains a key source of foreign direct investment, technology transfer and humanitarian assistance for African countries.

Europe News


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LNG exports set to add $1.4trn to US GDP through 2040, S&P Global Energy says
17th July 2026 By: Reuters

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is poised to become the US' second-largest net export industry within five years, adding nearly $1.4-trillion to its GDPthrough 2040, according to an S&P Global Energy... 


Aura Energy welcomes changes to Sweden's Nucleur Activities Act
16th July 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia- and London-listed Aura Energy has welcomed the enactment, in Sweden, of legislation to amend that country's Nuclear Activities Act. Under the terms of the revised legislation, uranium... 


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S African crusher meets EU emissions standards
10th July 2026

With a shift towards more stringent emissions regulations in Europe, crushing, screening and materials handling equipment provider Pilot Crushtec says its latest TwisterTrac VS350E Stage V crusher... 


Hydro employee at aluminium smelting operation
Aluminium supply shock revives long-idled Western smelters, Reuters says
10th July 2026 By: Reuters

The supply shock caused by the Iran war is sparking old Western aluminium smelters back into life. In the US, Magnitude 7 Metals is reactivating the New Madrid smelter in Missouri. 


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First-half gold ETF flows remained positive – World Gold Council
8th July 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Industry body the World Gold Council reports that global investors have continued to reduce their exposure to physically backed gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in June, but inflows for the first... 


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Council for Geoscience, Netherlands counterpart sign MoU to boost critical materials development
8th July 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Geoscientific research institutes the Council for Geoscience (CGS) and the Geological Survey of the Netherlands (TNO) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance integrated... 


Lhyfe green hydrogen delivery truck
Green hydrogen producer Lhyfe expands container fleet dedicated to hydrogen transport
7th July 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Euronext-listed green hydrogen producer Lhyfe has taken delivery of 10 new Hexagon Purus containers, with the company now operating 84 Type IV tube trailers dedicated to hydrogen transport. Lhyfe... 


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Global LNG trade hit record in 2025, but Middle East conflict clouds outlook, IGU says
7th July 2026 By: Reuters

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade hit a record last year as strong US exports and rising European imports offset weaker Asian purchases, the International Gas Union (IGU) said in a report on... 


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Value chains in focus as ESG pressures mount for SA firms
3rd July 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

With increasing emphasis globally on the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles, South African companies are urged to creatively embed ESG practices in their everyday... 


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Rebate provisions will also allow duty-free imports of steel products not manufactured locally, including certain rails, wire rods, pipes and heavy structural steel
Crisis prompts tariff hikes, calls for State-led revival plan
3rd July 2026

South Africa’s steel industry is facing an “emergency situation” driven by global overcapacity, surging low-cost imports and collapsing domestic production, which has led to government and... 


European Metals president Inge Hofkens
Industry body European Metals appoints Hofkens president
2nd July 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nonferrous metals representative body European Metals has appointed Inge Hofkens president of the group. She currently works as COO for multi-metal recycling at German copper recycler Aurubis.... 


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US LNG exports to Europe decline as Asia prices surge, more goes to Africa
2nd July 2026 By: Reuters

For the first time in nearly two years, less than half of US (liquefied natural gas) LNG exports last month went to Europe as stronger prices in Asia and record imports by Egypt diverted cargoes,... 


Norsk Hydro's Slovalco joint venture aluminium smelting plant, in Slovakia
Norsk Hydro's Slovak aluminium smelter to partially restart production
1st July 2026 By: Reuters

Norsk Hydro said on Wednesday its Slovalco aluminium joint venture had struck an agreement with the Slovak government to partially restart production after a four-year shutdown, with the deal... 


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Shell expects 65% rise in global LNG demand by 2050
30th June 2026 By: Reuters

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand is expected to rise by around 65% by 2050, driven largely by Asia as countries seek lower-emission alternatives to coal and data centres boost power... 


Savannah to resume lithium work after 3-week halt as Portugal backs project
Savannah to resume lithium work after three-week halt as Portugal backs project
29th June 2026 By: Reuters

London-listed Savannah Resources will resume work on its lithium project in Portugal, it said on Monday, after the government declared it of national and European significance and lifted a... 


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European lithium miner eyes secondary listing as interest grows
26th June 2026 By: Bloomberg

London-listed lithium developer Savannah Resources is pursuing a secondary listing in Lisbon or Australia to tap growing investor appetite for battery materials. The company, with a project in... 


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New framework could boost pipe standards
26th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

The EU Drinking Water Directive introduces harmonised rules for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water, and is set to come into effect on December 31, 2026, plastic pipe... 


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Dubai exchange to launch same-day gold contract, targeting safe-haven flows
24th June 2026 By: Reuters

Dubai's commodities exchange will launch a same-day settlement gold contract on Monday, its CEO told Reuters, aiming to tap safe-haven demand and faster trading infrastructure to boost liquidity in... 


Titanium and zircon in hand
Energy Fuels strikes $1bn deal for German magnet maker to build mine-to-magnet supply chain
23rd June 2026 By: Reuters

Colorado-based Energy Fuels said on Tuesday it would acquire German magnet manufacturer Vacuumschmelze for about $1.9-billion in cash and stock, building an integrated supply chain from rare earth... 


LONGi Receives The EUPD Top Innovation Award 2026 for the Hi-MO One Pro Commercial Storage System
LONGi Receives The EUPD Top Innovation Award 2026 for the Hi-MO One Pro Commercial Storage System
23rd June 2026

LONGi received the EUPD Top Innovation Award 2026 in the storage category for the European region. The distinction acknowledges the Hi-MO One Pro energy storage system. EUPD Group chief executive... 


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