Kaboko signs over 48% of Zambia production

Zambia-focused Kaboko Mining has signed an offtake agreement with Chinese major Sinosteel for a minimum of 48% of its proposed manganese production from its manganese projects. The offtake price would be based on diversified miner BHP...

Ngaka thermal coal project, Tanzania

First coal shipments from stage 1 of the Ngaka thermal coal project are expected during June 2011.

New JV to explore for manganese in Zambia

ASX-listed Ethan Minerals has entered into a joint-venture (JV) agreement with Zambia’s Eagle Eye Mining to develop potential manganese projects in that country. The initial JV prospect is located in the Mkushi district of Zambia, covers 77 km2...

Kabanga nickel sulphide joint venture, Tanzania

The proposed facility under study is an underground mine, milling and concentrator facility located at the Kabanga site.

Inadequate infrastructure restrains development

One of Africa’s biggest constraints to development in mining and other sectors remains the lack of adequate physical and economic infrastructure, says Africa engagement strategies development company Africa Frontier Advisory senior manager...

African mining sector to be more competitive with new North-South Corridor project

Copper originating in the copperbelt of Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was likely to become more competitive as the North-South Corridor came on line, said Southern African Development Community (SADC) director of infrastructure...

Konkola finances loco rehab

Tanzania Zambia Railways (Tazara) has contracted General Electric (GE), of the US, to rehabilitate 18 mainline locomotives under a $10-million financing arrangement secured through Konkola Copper Mines (KCM). The project that will increase...