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China promotes development of strategic rare earths sector
3rd November 2023 By: Reuters

China, the world's largest supplier of rare earths, said it would coordinate the exploration, development, utilization and standardized management in the industry, the state broadcaster said on... 


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Firm creating largest pan-African data centre footprint
3rd November 2023 By: Trent Roebeck

The digitisation of African economies requires infrastructure, and Africa Data Centres (ADC) aims to make access to fully operational and protected data centres a reality for small, medium-sized... 


Energy crisis being addressed, but implementation is slow, admits DMRE DG
3rd November 2023 By: Irma Venter

One of the biggest positive developments over the last 12 months has been the “convergence of ideas on what we need to do to resolve the energy crisis”, said Department of Mineral Resources and... 


Sovereign upscales Malawi graphite programme
2nd November 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Sovereign Metals announces that a bulk sampling programme to extract over 100 t of ore from the Kasiya project, in Malawi, is under way, to produce over 1 000 kg of natural graphite for... 


BHP CEO Mike Henry.
Potash presenting BHP with exciting growth path, CEO tells AGM
1st November 2023 By: Martin Creamer

Johannesburg-listed diversified mining major BHP has an exciting growth path ahead in potash used in fertilisers essential for food security and more sustainable farming, the company’s CEO Mike... 


Australia’s competitive advantage gives it the edge in the global race for critical minerals: Minister
1st November 2023

Australia can lead the world as it transitions to a clean energy future by producing the critical minerals required, whilst not sacrificing its existing competitive advantage as a traditional... 


Resources Minister Madeleine King
National mission: Ensuring Australia’s critical minerals meet global demand
1st November 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

Resources Minister Madeleine King has reaffirmed Australia’s dedication to the traditional resources sector and the burgeoning critical minerals industry, emphasising the role that the mining... 


Panama’s investor-friendly image at risk from anti-mining rage
Panama’s investor-friendly image at risk from anti-mining rage
31st October 2023 By: Bloomberg

Panama’s reputation as an investor-friendly haven is at risk from attempts to shut a giant Canadian-owned copper mine, the latest case of a commodities project triggering social unrest in Latin... 


Macron lands in Putin’s backyard seeking new friends and uranium
31st October 2023 By: Bloomberg

After finding itself suddenly unwelcome in its traditional sphere of influence, France is casting further afield. That’s why president Emmanuel Macron will travel to energy-rich Central Asia this... 


China and US highlight critical minerals collaboration with Australia is key to the future
31st October 2023

Australia has a major opportunity to contribute to the growing demand for critical minerals by strengthening global supply chains and increasing collaboration at a strategic national level, a panel... 


BlackRock says buy metals companies if you care about the climate
BlackRock says buy metals companies if you care about the climate
30th October 2023 By: Bloomberg

Investors are missing a big opportunity to profit from the energy transition because they have an outdated view of the metals and mining industry, according to one of the sector’s most influential... 


Burkina Faso targets bigger royalties as gold production drops
29th October 2023 By: Bloomberg

Burkina Faso has revised its mining code to enable it to take more in royalties in boom times after gold production fell. The West African nation increased the minimum royalty rate for spot price... 


Inside Diamond Mining Icons - Joint Ventures between Botswana and De Beers
27th October 2023

In many ways Botswana is a small country, but the exception is diamond mining in which the global center of gravity shifts inward. The country has the second largest reserves after Russia’s Alrosa... 


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Summit outlines industry plans
27th October 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

International trade limitations, owing to slow market growth in Europe and the US, have in turn sparked the implementation of stringent trade conditions in the South African stainless steel... 


Embedded generation threshold increase drives PPAs
27th October 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Increasing the threshold for embedded projects has been the biggest positive policy change in unblocking private power purchase agreements (PPAs) and stimulating South Africa’s energy transition,... 


IMARC 2023: Providing an in-depth glance into the opportunities of Mongolia’s mining sector
26th October 2023

Rich in natural resources, Mongolia has historically attracted significant foreign investment to its mining sector. Producing primarily coal, copper and gold, the mining industry is a crucial... 


Vulcan secures A$200m letter of support from EFA
26th October 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

The Australian government’s export credit agency has provided Vulcan Energy with a letter of support for up to A$200-million to be used towards the financing of its geothermal brine project in the... 


Afrimat group CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat continues to weather economic shocks through diversification
26th October 2023 By: Darren Parker

Mid-tier mining and materials company Afrimat’s strategy to diversify between commodities and revenue streams, coupled with stringent capital allocation, has enabled the group to continue to... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa says battle against coal syndicates gaining traction
24th October 2023 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the efforts by law enforcement agencies and the South African Revenue Service to bust coal smuggling syndicates operating in the country. Planned search and... 


Australia, US leaders to discuss Pacific infrastructure, critical minerals
24th October 2023 By: Reuters

ustralia and the United States will announce plans to cooperate on critical minerals and bolster Pacific Islands infrastructure as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits Washington this week, a... 


Canada’s graphite to shield North America against geopolitical risks, says Lomiko Metals
24th October 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

The impending graphite export restrictions from China serve as a compelling reminder of the importance of cultivating robust and resilient supply chains within North America, says Lomiko Metals CEO... 


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Tirupati stands to win big off China’s graphite export controls
23rd October 2023 By: Darren Parker

Flake graphite producer Tirupati Graphite believes it stands to benefit from the recent decision by the Chinese government to impose export controls on graphite and related products from December... 


Volt raises $1.6m to ramp up anode plant, graphite mine development
23rd October 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed graphite and battery materials developer Volt Resources has raised $1.6-million through a placement and a share purchase plan. The placement was undertaken on the back of recent market... 


Northern Graphite's processing plant in Quebec, Canada.
Miners race to realise graphite projects as China controls exports
23rd October 2023 By: Reuters

As China moved to control some exports of key battery mineral graphite on Friday, miners elsewhere face a race against time to bring new projects to fruition to secure supplies for the next... 


A court ruling last week voided most of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's environmental assessment law for resource projects.
Canada court ruling on key environmental law risks deterring investments
20th October 2023 By: Reuters

A Canadian court ruling that voided most of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's environmental assessment law for resource projects has sparked fresh policy uncertainty and risks deterring investments,... 


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China, world's top graphite producer, to curb exports of key battery material
20th October 2023 By: Reuters

China will require export permits for some graphite products from December 1 to protect national security, the commerce ministry said on Friday, as it faces growing challenges from foreign... 


Equitable access requires multifaceted approach
20th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

Access to clean water is a fundamental human necessity, yet it remains a significant challenge in Africa, with more than 300-million Africans lacking access to safe drinking water, while more than... 


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Oil and gas can benefit S Africa, deserves consideration
20th October 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

With about 27-billion barrels of prospective oil and gas resources on its south, west and east coasts, as well as more than 5.6-trillion cubic metres of prospective shale gas resources onshore,... 


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Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville – update
20th October 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Kore Potash is actively collaborating with Summit Consortium to secure financing for the complete construction expenses of the Kola project. 


Council for Geoscience
Council for Geoscience implores mining companies to share historical data in efforts to revive exploration
20th October 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Many of South Africa’s 53 mineral and metal types remain unexplored, particularly in the Northern Cape, despite a 130-year legacy of mining and a rising global need for critical minerals and metals... 


Taliban says plans to formally join China's Belt and Road Initiative
19th October 2023 By: Reuters

The Taliban administration wants to formally join Chinese President Xi Jinping's huge 'Belt and Road' infrastructure initiative and will send a technical team to China for talks, Afghanistan's... 


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Water – Midyear Brief 2023
18th October 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Water – Midyear Brief 2023 is a two-page synopsis of key developments in the sector over the past 12 months. The brief posits that South Africa’s water security challenges are intensifying,... 


Opportunities, challenges for South Africa in LIB, VRFB industries
18th October 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

There are a number of opportunities for South Africa to capitalise on in terms of both the more established lithium-ion battery (LIB) industry and the emerging vanadium redox flow battery (VRFB)... 


Woodside posts solid quarter
18th October 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Woodside has reported an 8% increase in production for the quarter ended September, with production reaching 47.8-million barrels of oil equivalent. The company on Wednesday... 


IMARC 2023: Exploring the relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the mining industry
17th October 2023

The global mining industry is at a critical juncture in its engagement with First Nations communities, with progress on economic participation and employment being tempered by ongoing challenges... 


Russian gold miner Uzhuralzoloto plans Moscow IPO this year - sources
17th October 2023 By: Reuters

s year, three financial market sources told Reuters, joining a handful of companies eyeing small market debuts. Russian share listings on Moscow Exchange have been few and far between since Russia... 


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Ramaphosa rules out privatisating State companies
17th October 2023 By: Bloomberg

President Cyril Ramaphosa reiterated that his administration wasn’t moving to privatize state-owned companies as the government initiates reforms to clean up their balance sheets and revive their... 


The platinum group metals Polokwane smelter of Anglo American Platinum in Limpopo.
Minerals Council South Africa highlights green hydrogen economy’s forward momentum
16th October 2023 By: Martin Creamer

The world over, green hydrogen is being recognised as the most effective route towards combating the climate crisis in the most holistic way possible, with Minerals Council South Africa on Monday... 


Gold bars
Gold eases, but Israel-Hamas war keeps prices above $1 900
16th October 2023 By: Reuters

Gold prices fell on Monday due to technical selling after a strong rally in the previous session, although concerns over potential escalation of conflict in the Middle East kept bullion above the... 


US steps up efforts to access Africa’s critical minerals
13th October 2023 By: Bloomberg

The US is stepping up efforts to boost ties with African nations rich in critical minerals to help secure supply, according to a government official. Workshops recently held in the Zambian capital,... 


Portugal to launch pioneering auction for piped green hydrogen soon
13th October 2023 By: Reuters

Portugal will launch a pioneering auction for rights to sell green hydrogen for injection into the national gas grid in the coming weeks, with crucial state aid being discussed with Brussels,... 


What works and what does not work - Botswana’s Mining Policy and Investment Climate
13th October 2023

Coming from the Behind: Most observers agree that Botswana has successfully created an investor friendly business environment for mining companies and in the process surpassed her neighbours who... 


Solar pumps can increase crop yield
13th October 2023

A new study, led by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) under the research project Renewables for African Agriculture (RE4AFAGRI), published in Environmental Research... 


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