September 20
Ghana: 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 »
September 19
Botswana: 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 »
Mozambique: 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 »
South Africa: 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 »
Nigeria: FG Targets Deep Seabed Exploration, Mining for Economic Diversification
Leadership
In a bid to harness the vast resources of the blue economy and drive economic growth, the federal government through the Ministry of marine & blue economy has set its sights on… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 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 »
September 18
Africa: '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 »
Zimbabwe: 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 »
Zimbabwe: 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 »
September 17
South Africa: 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 »
South Africa: 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 »
Zimbabwe: 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 »
September 16
Ghana: Combatting Illegal Mining - Stay Away From Galamsey!! ...Chinese Ambassador Admonishes Compatriots
Ghanaian Times
The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Tong Defa, has asked Chinese residents in Ghana to stay away from illegal mining activities in the country popularly called (galamsey). Read more »
Ghana: 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 »
Zimbabwe: Prepaid Power Can Secure Supply to Small Miners - ZMF
The Herald
THE Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has urged its members to migrate to the prepaid smart metering electricity billing system to avoid worsening the power supply situation and… Read more »
Nigeria: Neveah Limited Repays All Series Under Its N20 Billion Commercial Paper Programme
This Day
Neveah Limited, a leading commodity trading company specializing in the export of solid minerals and agricultural products, is pleased to announce the redemption of its N1.9… Read more »
September 15
Nigeria: EFCC Arrests Five Chinese Nationals for Illegal Mining
Premium Times
According to the EFCC, the group allegedly operated at an illegal mining site where they were extracting ilmenite, a mineral composed of titanium-iron oxide. Read more »
September 12
Liberia: 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 »
South Africa: Villagers Live Next to a Platinum Mine, but Have No Jobs
GroundUp
Residents of Limpopo's Barok Ba Nkwana and Atok villages demand government speak to the mine on their behalf Read more »
Ghana: Organised Labour, Associations, CSOs Join Call to Combat Illegal Mining
Ghanaian Times
The demand for an urgent crack down on illegal mining (galamsey) in the country continues to gain momentum by the day, as at least 10 more groups join the advocacy with fresh… Read more »
Tanzania: Govt Seizes 15.78kgs of Smuggled Gold At Dar Port
Daily News
Dar es Salaam Minister for Minerals, Mr Anthony Mavunde, has announced that the government has successfully seized 15.78 kilogrammes of smuggled gold at Dar es Salaam Port. Read more »
September 11
Liberia: 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 »
Ghana: National Campaign Against Galamsey a Must!! [editorial]
Ghanaian Times
The Ghanaian Times is highly elated that the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) and the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) have joined… Read more »
Ghana: Galamsey Menace - Pressure Mounts On Govt to Combat Illegal Mining ...As Asantehene, Utag, Gba Add Voice for Prompt Action
Ghanaian Times
Pressure is mounting on the government to immediately combat illegal mining (galamsey) as the devastating impact of the practice on river bodies, water supply, environment, health… Read more »
September 10
Africa: African Nations Boost Gold Reserves Amid Economic Uncertainty
VOA
Central banks in Africa are turning to gold to protect themselves from economic and geopolitical instability and to diversify their financial portfolios. Read more »