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Zambia Rationing Electricity for Mining
According to the head of the state-owned power utility Zesco, Zambia has begun rationing the supply of electricity…
South Africa Police Discovers Bodies of 21 Suspected Illegal Miners
South African police are investigating the discovery of at least 21 dead at an operational mine in Krugersdorp,…
Nigerian State Suspends Mining Over Incessant Gunmen Attacks
The immediate halting of all mining operations has been mandated by the Niger State government in central Nigeria.…
2022 Mining Indaba Summit Begins in South Africa
Reports indicate that the 2022 Mining Indaba summit began on Monday in Cape Town South Africa. The conference,…
Over 40 People Trapped in Zimbabwe Mine Collapse
Takavarasha said those who were rescued said there were about 40 people in the mine shaft at the time of the incident, and that rescue efforts were ongoing.
Zimbabwe Looks Inward for Golden Economic Revival
The mining sector already accounts for 60% of Zimbabwean exports, raking in around US$$1 billion a year, and represents half of the country’s foreign direct investment.
Madagascar Seeks $17 Billion Developmental funds
Madagascar, the world’s biggest producer of vanilla, is seeking about $17 billion in aid and investment to help…
East Africa looks to end illicit gold trade
Countries in the East Africa region are discussing the adoption of stringent traceability mechanisms for the gold industry…
Tanzania, Barrick sign new implementation deal
Tanzania and Canadian mining giant, Barrick Gold Corp have signed an agreement to kick-start a new joint venture…
Sudan opens up gold market to raise revenue
Sudan will now allow private traders to export gold, in an effort to curb smuggling and attract foreign…