Mining in the DRC linked to rising reproductive health issues for women
In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the mining of cobalt and copper—critical materials for battery technologies—appears to be taking a toll on the reproductive...
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Resolute Mining to pay $160m to Mali’s military government to settle tax dispute amid staff detention
An Australian mining company, Resolute Mining, has agreed to pay Mali’s military government $160 million to settle a tax dispute, following the unexpected detention of...
New Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) seeks to enhance Africa’s global influence in mineral supply chains
A new initiative, the Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG), was officially launched by global leaders in the critical minerals industry. The group’s mission is to...
Orano warns of financial strain at Somair uranium mine as Niger’s mining landscape shifts
French nuclear fuel company Orano issued a warning regarding a “deteriorating financial situation” at its Somair uranium plant in Niger, as the West African nation’s...
How the EU can overcome barriers to securing critical raw materials and reduce dependence on China
The European Union (EU) faces significant economic and geopolitical challenges in reducing its dependency on China for critical raw materials (CRMs), particularly those essential for...
Africa’s critical minerals: Essential for driving global energy transition and economic development
Africa has the potential to play a pivotal role in the global energy transition, thanks to its rich reserves of critical minerals like lithium and...
Montage Gold secures $825 million financing for Koné gold project development in Côte d’Ivoire
Canada’s Montage Gold has successfully secured an $825 million financing package to support the construction of its flagship Koné project in Côte d’Ivoire. The funding...
Shanta Gold Kenya plans $137 million gold mining projects in Kenya
Shanta Gold Kenya Limited (SGKL) is set to launch new gold mining projects in Siaya and Vihiga counties, with an estimated budget of Sh17.71 billion...
Saudi Arabia’s Manara Minerals in advanced talks for stake in First Quantum’s Zambian copper assets
Saudi Arabia’s Manara Minerals is nearing a deal to acquire a minority stake in Canadian miner First Quantum Minerals’ Zambian copper and nickel assets, sources...
Lobito: Angola’s gem amidst colonial shadows and resource exploitation
Lobito, often regarded as Angola’s crown jewel, is a vibrant port city nestled along the Atlantic coast. Known for its stunning white-sand beaches and mild...
