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Amapá iron-ore project, Brazil – update
Cadence Minerals has been granted a preliminary environmental licence for the project.
Bailong Phase I nuclear power plant, China – update
First concrete has been poured for the nuclear islands, marking the official start of construction.
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
Black Pine oxide gold project, US – update
Liberty Gold has reached a major permitting milestone for the project.
Brockman Syncline 1 (BS1) mine project, Australia – update
Engineering company Monadelphous Group has received a Notice of Award for a major construction contract with Rio Tinto for the project.
Honeymoon uranium mine restart project, Australia – update
Boss Energy has formally withdrawn the 2021 enhanced feasibility study for the project.
Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
Ivanhoe Mines has produced the first copper anodes at its direct-to-blister copper smelter at the Kamoa-Kakula complex.
Kangankunde rare earths project, Malawi – update
Lindian Resources has awarded all major nonprocess infrastructure contracts, with construction under way across multiple work packages.
Kanyika niobium project, Malawi – update
The updated bankable feasibility study is on track for completion by March 31, 2026.
Kiniéro gold project, Guinea – update
First ore has been delivered to the mill ahead of first gold production.
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II
The Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II reached another milestone in December 2025 as the construction of the project continues.
Lobito Atlantic Railway project, Angola – update
Lufeng nuclear power plant, China – update
The first concrete for the nuclear island basemat of Lufeng Unit 2 has been poured.
Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project, South Africa – update
Phalaborwa is now expected to produce about 213 t/y of yttrium oxide as part of its mixed heavy-rare-earth output.
Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, South Africa – update
EDF Renewables and Perpetua Holdings has repoted that the Dassiesridge facility will now start delivering a “net dependable capacity of 55 MW to the grid”.
Sorby Hills lead/silver/zinc project, Australia – update
Boab Metals exercised its option to acquire 100% of the Sorby Hills silver/lead project in December 2025.
Tulu Kapi gold project, Ethiopia – update
Kefi Gold and Copper has reached key milestones towards commissioning the project.
Umoyilanga Energy hybrid facility, South Africa – update
EDF power solutions and Perpetua Holdings aim to achieve full commercial operations date as early as possible in 2026.
Zanaga iron-ore project, Congo-Brazzaville – update
Zanaga Iron Ore Company has completed a value enhancement initiative on the project.
Zulu lithium/tantalum project pilot plant, Zimbabwe – update
Premier African Minerals has agreed with Canmax Technologies to extend the long stop date linked to a restated offtake and prepayment agreement for the project.
Flamanville 3 European pressurised reactor project, France – update
The Flamanville 3 reactor reached 100% nuclear thermal power in December 2025.
Hyphen green hydrogen project, Namibia – update
The African Development Bank has approved a $10-million loan to support the development of the project.
Port of Cape Town liquid bulk terminal, South Africa
The new concession will lead to the refurbishment of terminal infrastructure and upgrades aimed at improving operational efficiency at the Port of Cape Town.
Mogalakwena mine – Sandsloot underground project, South Africa
The investment case for Sandsloot has shown a “compelling” opportunity, with Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, reporting that its approach remains “value over volume”.
West Angelas sustaining project, Australia
The West Angelas project is part of Rio Tinto’s replacement projects underpinning ongoing commitment to the Pilbara, with a combined capacity of about 130-million tonnes a year.
Diamba Sud gold project, Senegal
A preliminary economic assessment has confirmed a strong economic case for developing an openpit gold mine.
Stellantis investment initiative, US
Leading global automaker Stellantis is strengthening its US presence by expanding its manufacturing footprint and launching five new vehicles and a four-cylinder engine.
Sulphur Springs copper/zinc project, Australia
An updated definitive feasibility study has shown that Sulphur Springs will be technically and economically robust.
Amitsoq graphite project, Greenland – update
Greenland has issued a 30-year exploitation licence to GreenRoc Mining for the Amitsoq graphite deposit.
Bunyu graphite project, Tanzania – update
Volt Resources has signed a binding term sheet, which will provide funding and development support for the Bunyu graphite mine and processing plant.
Cape Winelands Airport, South Africa – update
The Cape Winelands Airport has appointed Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) to take responsibility for the technical development and construction of the airport.
Faure New Water Scheme, South Africa – update
The Faure New Water Scheme is moving toward procurement in 2026
Grassy Mountain gold project, US – update
Oregon regulators have released a draft consolidated permit package for the project.
Grootfontein solar projects, South Africa – update
Scatec has started commercial operation of the solar power plant.
Kangankunde rare earths project, Malawi – update
Lindian Resources has completed the final $10-million payment under its share sale agreement.
Longonjo neodymium/praseodymium project, Angola – update
Pensana has secured a $100-million subscription from a strategic investor to advance its US mine-to-magnet strategy.
Mandilla gold project, Australia – update
Astral Resources has raised A$65-million in a placement to accelerate work across its Kalgoorlie-region gold portfolio and underpin a large portion of the equity funding for the Mandilla gold project.
Minim Martap bauxite project, Cameroon – update
Canyon Resources has reported steady progress at its Minim Martap bauxite project.
Mmadinare Solar Complex, Botswana – update
Scatec has started commercial operation of the second phase of the Mmadinare solar PV facility.
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