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Chinese mining giant accused of poisoning Congo in toxic mine scandal linked to BMW, Mercedes, Peugeot, Volkswagen
3+ hour, 34+ min ago (685+ words) A Chinese mining giant has been accused of polluting communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, placing one of Africa's most strategic cobalt operations at the centre of a growing global controversy linked to major automakers including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Peugeot…...
Top Canadian miner uncovers 36.92-carat blue diamond in Botswana amid shift to copper and rare earths
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (447+ words) A Canadian diamond miner has uncovered a rare 36.92-carat blue diamond in Botswana, highlighting the enduring value of high-quality stones even as the industry shifts focus toward copper and critical minerals amid weakening demand for natural diamonds. Lucara Diamond Corp,…...
A $3.7 billion loss is pushing Botswana to look beyond diamonds
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (400+ words) Recognized as Africa's largest diamond producer, Botswana is currently facing new economic challenges as the global diamond market's decline continues to affect its financial stability. Due to the prolonged decline in diamond demand, S&P Global Ratings reduced Botswana's long-term…...
Mali restructures embassies in Russia, China and 5 other nations as it tightens grip on gold sector
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (443+ words) Malian leader, Assimi Go'ta is accelerating Mali's diplomatic and economic repositioning as the country expands its global footprint and tightens control over its gold sector, in moves that signal a broader recalibration by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). At…...
Investors bet on Ghana’s first lithium mine with $16 million push into booming battery market
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (448+ words) A group of Ghanaian pension funds has committed up to $11 million to Atlantic Lithium, in a landmark local investment that could help bring the country's first lithium mine into production as Africa races to supply the global battery market. The…...
Namibia names world’s top-selling carmaker as winner of a major rare earth project bid
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (668+ words) Namibia Critical Metals has taken a significant step in advancing its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earths Project by announcing that Japan's Toyota Tsusho Corporation has been selected to join the development as a strategic partner following a competitive selection process. The…...
Ghana pushes into Central Asia with Kyrgyzstan visa deal and mining talks
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (429+ words) Ghana has signed a visa waiver agreement with Kyrgyzstan for holders of diplomatic and service passports, marking a rare diplomatic breakthrough as Accra expands its reach into Central Asia. The deal was sealed during an official visit to Bishkek by…...
A $30 million mining deal in Congo shows how the US is racing China for Africa’s battery metals
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (375+ words) The Democratic Republic of Congo has approved the sale of copper and cobalt producer Chemaf to US-based Virtus Minerals, according to Bankable, in a deal that shows Washington's growing push to secure critical minerals from Africa. Congo's mines minister, Louis…...
Africa’s top diamond producer Botswana shuts down U.S. base rumors at key air base
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (400+ words) The Government of Botswana has firmly denied claims circulating online that it hosts a United States military base at the Thebephatshwa Air Base, describing the reports as misinformation and reaffirming that the facility remains fully under national control. In a…...
Ghanaian billionaire’s firm enters talks to take over Damang gold mine as South African operator exits
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (576+ words) Ghana's mining sector is undergoing a significant shift, with leading indigenous firm Engineers and Planners Company Limited and two other bidders signaling interest in taking over operations at the Damang gold mine in the Western Region. Authorities are currently reviewing…...