Welsh mines discovered to be releasing 500 tonnes of hazardous metals each year.
A recent report has revealed that a minimum of 500 tonnes of harmful metals seep into the environment annually from abandoned mines in Wales. An...
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Senegal opposition coalition promises new currency and revamp of oil contracts
A Senegalese opposition coalition, supported by the influential figure Ousmane Sonko, unveiled its presidential campaign platform on Saturday. Their agenda includes pledges to introduce a...
The Kenya central government is infuriated by proposed local mining tax plans.
Local authorities along Kenya’s coast are determined to implement new taxes on mining and oil exploration activities within their jurisdictions, despite facing resistance from the...
The Chambishi copper smelter in Zambia reduces production due to power supply disruptions caused by drought.
According to two informed sources, the Chambishi copper smelter in Zambia has slashed its production by twenty percent due to power shortages in the country....
Minister Alake advocates for mineral-rich African nations to prioritize equity over debt.
Dr. Oladele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, proposed that mineral-rich African nations leverage their verified mineral reserves as equity in joint ventures rather...
Burkina Faso experiences a decline in gold production amid a rise in terrorist attacks.
Gold production experienced a downturn in Burkina Faso in the previous year due to escalating security challenges, leading to the closure of several mines. The...
The commencement of production at Uganda’s Makuutu Rare Earth Project draws near.
The Makuutu Rare Earth project in Uganda is on track for its first production this March, following the completion of a technical facility and demonstration...
AngloGold Ashanti Faces a Dip in Gold Production Amidst Operational Hurdles
In a year marked by operational challenges and global economic fluctuations, AngloGold Ashanti, a giant in the gold mining industry, encountered a slight yet significant...
Burkina Faso Halts Gold Exports in Bold Move to Regulate Sector
Imagine waking up one day to find that the very foundation of your livelihood has been abruptly put on pause. For many in Burkina Faso,...
Nigeria leads Africa’s mining sector resurgence
The 30th edition of “Investing in Mining Indaba” recently held in Cape Town, South Africa provided another opportunity for African countries through their Ministers of...