News
Your daily source for mining news across Africa: real-time reports on commodity markets, project updates, and industry trends.
-
Simandou ramps up exports as Guinea’s mega iron ore project gains momentum
Guinea’s Simandou iron ore project, widely regarded as the world’s largest undeveloped high-grade iron ore deposit, continues to ramp up…
Read More » -
Zimbabwe signs its first petroleum production sharing agreement with Invictus Energy
Zimbabwe’s energy sector is experiencing growth following a successful partnership with an Australian company. In a recent official signing ceremony…
Read More » -
Why conveyor belt alignment starts at the transfer point
In bulk materials handling operations, conveyor belt misalignment remains one of the most persistent causes of unplanned downtime, excessive maintenance…
Read More » -
Zambia suffers a setback after losing a $92 million arbitration case against Trafigura
Zambia’s copper mining sector, the state-run ZCCM (Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines), has lost a legal battle against Trafigura. The London…
Read More » -
TSF retreatment turns legacy environmental risk into long-term mining value
The retreatment of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) is emerging as one of the mining industry’s most compelling opportunities to unlock…
Read More » -
DRC suspends mining in Mwenga and Shabunda to combat illegal activities
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced a bold initiative to tackle the rampant issue of illegal mining activities,…
Read More » -
NERSA’s approval of 62c/kWh tariff helps Glencore lift retrenchment process
Glencore Merafe Chrome Venture has welcomed the approval of a 62c/kWh electricity tariff for South Africa’s ferrochrome industry, describing the…
Read More » -
Tanzania formalises 16% stake in Lindi Jumbo Graphite Mine
Tanzania has formalised its 16% equity stake in the Lindi Jumbo graphite mine in Ruangwa through a newly signed agreement…
Read More » -
Air Charter Service keeps Africa’s remote mines running efficiently
Transport remains critical to mining performance in remote regions. Across Africa, many mines operate in isolated areas with limited infrastructure,…
Read More » -
Minister Parks Tau confirmed as Keynote speaker for Manufacturing Indaba 2026
As Africa’s leading manufacturing event, Manufacturing Indaba continues to serve as a key platform for industry leaders, policymakers, investors, innovators,…
Read More »