The Democratic Republic of Congo is strengthening government control over geological data used in mining exploration as it seeks to gain greater influence over the development of its vast mineral …
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has warned mining operators across Nigeria against engaging in illegal activities, stressing that anyone who violates the country’s mining laws and regulations …
- African DevelopmentCorporate GovernanceEnergyGender EqualityGhana EconomyMiningNatural Resources
MIIF Boss Urges Greater Gender Inclusion, Equity in Ghana’s Mining Sector
The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Mrs Justina Nelson, has called for stronger gender inclusion, equity, and empowerment across Ghana’s mining industry, saying a more …
- BusinessEconomyFinanceGovernanceMiningNatural Resources
FG Spends N12.5bn to Retrieve Gold from Artisanal Miners
The Federal Government has spent about N12.5 billion to purchase gold from artisanal and small-scale miners across Nigeria as part of efforts to formalise the sector, reduce smuggling, and strengthen …
- BusinessCommoditiesEconomyFinanceINVESTMENTMiningSouth Africa
South African Rand Falls as Investors Await Key Economic Data
The South African rand weakened in early trading on Tuesday as investors awaited the release of key domestic economic indicators that could provide fresh insight into the country’s financial outlook. …
- EconomyGOVERNMENTMiningSouthern AfricaTrade
Botswana’s Economy Shrinks as Diamond Output Falls Sharply in Second Quarter
Botswana’s economy suffered a major setback in the second quarter of 2025 as output from its diamond sector, the backbone of the country’s revenue, dropped sharply, triggering the steepest contraction …
- ConflictCongoDiplomacyEastern AfricaInternational RelationsMining
Tshisekedi Says U.S.-Mediated Peace Deal Fails to Calm Eastern Congo Fighting
President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has said that the U.S.-mediated peace deal signed with Rwanda in June has so far failed to bring calm to eastern …
- BusinessCommunity DevelopmentCorporate Social Responsibility,EconomyMining
Dangote Cement, Jakura Community Sign Historic Development Pact in Kogi
There was celebration in Kogi State on Wednesday as Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant, and the Jakura community signed a landmark Community Development Agreement (CDA). The agreement, which will run …
- Community DevelopmentEconomyEnvironmentGovernment PolicyInfrastructureMining
Ghana Chamber of Mines Seeks Inclusive Review of Minerals and Mining Act
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has called for greater collaboration and flexibility in the ongoing review of the country’s Minerals and Mining Act, stressing the need for an inclusive approach …
- DevelopmentEconomyEnvironmentGovernment PolicyMiningWestern Africa
Ghana Gold Board to Establish Ultra-Modern Assay Laboratory and Refinery at Kotoka International Airport
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has secured a 0.6-acre parcel of land at the cargo village of the Kotoka International Airport in Accra for the construction of an ultra-modern ISO-certified …
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