Development finance institution (DFI) the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has signed an agreement to become an implementing entity of the pandemic prevention and preparedness partnership... 

Chrome miner and ferrochrome producer Merafe Resources expects to report a 19% to 39% decrease in headline earnings per share (HEPS) to between 36.9c and 48.9c for the year ended December 31,... 

Mineral exploration spending in British Columbia declined by 14% in 2024, dropping to C$643-million from the previous year, as several flagship projects matured into the development phase,... 

By: Mamiki Matlawa, Group Business Development Executive at ACTOM   Africa’s industries are transforming rapidly. Fuelled by a huge demand for energy connectivity, better infrastructure, increased... 

With the US metals market roiled by new policy and trade shifts, American Pacific Mining finds itself in a strategically advantageous position. The Vancouver-based company, which owns copper assets... 

A critical minerals deal Donald Trump has negotiated with Ukraine could ease tensions between Kyiv and the US President and at the same time win back support from his Republicans in Congress for a... 

Engen is proud to announce the launch of an innovative Aquaponics project at Khanyisa Special School, in collaboration with Green Arch Innovations Pty Ltd.  Spearheaded by entrepreneur Luvo... 

The highly anticipated Africa Energy Indaba 2025 is set to take place from 4th to 6th March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). As Africa’s premier energy event, the... 

In an increasingly interconnected and environmentally conscious world, carbon neutrality has emerged as more than just a moral imperative; it is now a competitive advantage. For South Africa’s... 

The growth of renewable power in South Africa's energy mix, and infrastructure development programmes, such as the State-owned Eskom Transmission Development Plan (TDP) 2024 to 2034, will help to... 

Despite artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) increasing significantly across Africa, spurred on by rising gold prices, much of that activity remains informal, limiting its economic... 

In the lead-up to the election of the African Union Commission’s (AUC's) new leadership team on February 15, veteran Kenyan politician Raila Odinga appeared poised to take the chairperson’s job in... 

The mine is set to be commissioned in the second half of 2025. 

Gold reserve developer Predictive Discovery Limited's latest drilling results from the Argo area of the project have confirmed the area's potential for further exploration. 

The direct-to-blister copper smelter has been deferred by three months. 

Graphite, nickel and copper developer Blencowe Resources has completed an initial hydropower study for its graphite project. 

A preafeasibility on the project is expected to be completed this year. 

The M1 South underground ventilation upgrade is progressing as planned. 

A definitive feasibility study has confirmed Kobada as a significant gold development asset underpinned by its large-scale, free-dig and open-pittable oxide resource. 

The project aims to unlock an estimated $1.3-trillion in mineral resources. 

A gold mine in the province of Zamora Chinchipe, in Ecuador. 

As a host to a considerable amount of the critical minerals pivotal to future development, Africa has a crucial role to play and it is imperative that the continent takes an active role in ensuring... 

The promotion of a circular economy could provide valuable solutions for dealing with South Africa’s growing waste generation and the pressure it is putting on municipal waste facilities, while... 

ASX-listed Vault Minerals has approved an A$80-million expansion of its King of the Hills (KoTH) processing facility, positioning the Leonora operation in Australia for increased throughput and... 

Steel production is evolving rapidly, with manufacturers continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency, precision and sustainability. At Bauma 2025, Belgium-based steel plate manufacturer NLMK... 

Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection executive director Joel Netshitenzhe on Thursday noted that poor alignment in terms of technocratic logic, political savviness and emotional... 

Critical minerals-focused royalty company Ecora has entered into a $50-million copper stream with Moxico Resources over its Mimbula mine, in Zambia, covering the mine's existing reserve-based... 

ASX-listed Lindian Resources CEO Alwyn Vorster will be stepping down as CEO, effective February 28, after he and the board mutually agreed to conclude his fixed-term contract early. This comes amid... 

Global bullion producer AngloGold Ashanti has secured an option to acquire the majority of Matsa Resources’ Lake Carey gold project in Western Australia under a deal valued at A$101-million,... 

An employee who sustained injuries in a fall-of-ground (FoG) incident following a seismic event at Harmony Gold Mining Company’s Mponeng mine, in Gauteng, on February 20 has passed away. “Despite... 

South African black-owned and -managed impact investment management and licensed financial services provision group Summit Africa announced on Wednesday that its Summit Private Equity Fund (SPEF)... 

ASX-listed Greenwing Resources has completed 464 auger holes, totalling 4 027 m, at its 100%-owned Andapa graphite project, in Madagascar. This exploration work has found regolith-hosted... 

In a drive to support young female learners, Engen is rolling out a national menstrual care campaign that provides girls in need with reusable sanitary pads. Teaming up with the Komani Foundation... 

Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources chairperson Mikateko Mahlaule has expressed concern about reports of mass retrenchments at mining companies in Mpumalanga. The committee is... 

ASX-listed bauxite developer Canyon Resources says it remains on schedule to complete a definitive feasibility study (DFS) on the Minim Martap project, in Cameroon, during the third quarter of the... 

By: Ben Selier - VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The data centre industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven primarily by the explosive growth of... 

The 100% online university offers top-level education in 11 languages and has a presence in 150 countries Access to quality education has been made easier thanks to the versatility of online... 

South Africa’s energy sector is undergoing a pivotal transformation, with small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) playing a crucial role in driving innovation, job creation and economic growth.... 

This week: Uranium mine moving closer to production, Operationally, 2024 was strong year for Glencore, and, High-flying DRDGOLD’s 18th consecutive dividend illuminated by 50%-higher payout 

The Democratic Republic of Congo is considering introducing cobalt export quotas as the world's biggest supplier of the battery metal seeks to curb oversupply and boost prices, three sources... 

By: Stewart Payne - Senior Associate at Herbert Smith Freehills Competition and consumer regulators are increasingly leaning on their consumer protection mandate as an enforcement tool to address... 

Australia's Lynas Rare Earths has reported a sharp decline in net profit for the half year ended December 31, 2024, as lower rare earths prices weighed on earnings, despite increased production and...