Botswana Grants Canadian Firm License to Mine Manganese
VOA
Botswana has awarded a 15-year license to a Canadian firm, Giyani Metals, to mine manganese, a metal used in the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles. Read more »
The Fight Against Illegal Mining - the Asantehene's Approach
Ghanaian Times
Amidst the economic crucibles the country faces, illegal mining, which has been a headache for all successive governments over the years, has resurfaced more than ever. Read more »
Two Detained for Illegal Mining in Manica
AIM
The Mozambican Police (PRM) has detained two individuals for the illegal mining and sale of gold, in Gondola district, in the central province of Manica. Read more »
Mining Industry in Trouble
Lesotho Times
...as massive job losses loom Read more »
Lithium Mining in Zimbabwe - a Story of Loss for One Community [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Lithium is an essential component of electric vehicle batteries, which are becoming more important as the world moves to a low-carbon energy future. Large deposits of lithium exist… Read more »
South Africa's Move to Green Energy Was Slowed Down By Govt to Protect Coal Mining [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South Africa's Department of Mineral Resources and Energy was split in two after the 2024 general elections: Electricity and Energy and Mineral and Petroleum Resources. Part of the… Read more »
'Absolutely Ridiculous' - Zombie Mines Multiply in SA's Opaque Coal Sector [analysis]
African Arguments
African Arguments visited ten "active" coal mines around Ermelo in South Africa. Three were abandoned, and had been for years according to locals. Read more »
UK Pledges U.S.$5.5 Million for Demining Efforts in Zimbabwe
263Chat
The United Kingdom has announced an additional USD 5.5 million in funding to aid landmine clearance in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland East and Mashonaland Central provinces. Read more »
Mining Companies Join SAPS in the Fight Against Illicit Mining in the Northern Cape [press release]
SAPS
The Operation Vala Umgodi multi-disciplinary team in the Northern Cape, has welcomed the support from mining companies within the Francis Baard and Namakwa districts. Read more »
House Reviews New Royalties Law On Iron Ore, Gold, Betting Winnings, Others
Liberian Observer
Members of the House of Representatives are reviewing a new draft law to put royalties on iron ore, gold, and other base metals (non-Concessional); as well as Withholding taxes on… Read more »
KMH Finalising Talks for Gold Mine Reboot
The Herald
Kuvimba Mining House (KMH) says discussions with various funders for the development of the US$150 million open pit project at Shamva Gold Mine will be concluded this year, paving… Read more »
Chinese Ambassador's Advice Critical to Galamsey Fight
Ghanaian Times
Public anger against illegal mining, otherwise known as galamsey, keeps growing in the country. Read more »
Death Toll Rises to Seven After Police Swoop On Informal Gold Miners
GroundUp
Some miners have already gone back to work to earn money and repatriate the bodies of their colleagues Read more »
HPX Expands Footprint in Liberia With Acquisition of Major Iron Ore Licenses
Liberian Observer
HPX (High Power Exploration), a U.S.-based mining company, has made a significant move in West Africa by completing the acquisition of the St. John River iron ore licenses in… Read more »
Zimbabwe Aims to Maximize Gold Revenue Amid Global Demand Surge
New Zimbabwe
MINES ministry has launched the 2024 Second Gold Mobilisation exercise, aimed at ensuring compliance and maximizing revenue from the gold mining sector. Read more »
