Canada-South Africa trade relations on solid ground

Africa is a key investment and trade destination for Canadian firms, and the southernmost tip of the continent is making its mark as a trading partner with Canada.

African mining draws Canadian miners

Canadian companies’ interest in mining in Africa has increased in recent years, with between 25 and 35 companies attending this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba, says Africa-focused business development and marketing company...

Latin America mine seminar series gains momentum in Toronto

A series of seminars focused on the mining sector and opportunities in specific Latin American countries is drawing increasing interest, organisers said this week. Bruce Shapiro and Wayne Floreani, better known for their MineAfrica seminars, held...

Competition and challenges reduce Western investment in African mines

Business development company MineAfrica reports that African mining is suffering under significant competition for investment from Latin American, Asian, Canadian and currently to a lesser extent from Russian jurisdictions.

Miners balance risk, reward when eyeing African investment

Faced with low commodity prices and industry share values, mining and exploration companies are becoming painfully aware of exactly where valuable cash is being spent.