EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Türkiye is expanding its strategic presence in Africa’s critical minerals sector by partnering with Somalia to explore … More
Tag: lithium
Africa’s cobalt powerhouse DRC moves to triple lithium mining royalties in strategic minerals overhaul
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has moved to classify lithium as a strategic mineral, increasing mining … More
Zimbabwe’s Ban On Raw Minerals Exports Puts Chinese Firms Under Pressure
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Zimbabwe’s sudden ban on exporting raw minerals, including lithium, aims to force local processing and curb revenue … More
Ghana and Botswana Point to a New Model for African Mining
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Ghana and Botswana are introducing new mining policies focused on local participation, beneficiation, and diversified mineral production … More
Africa’s Regional Blocs Must Prevent a Silent Scramble for Critical Minerals
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Africa is facing a new “silent scramble” for critical minerals essential to the global green transition, and … More
Congo says it would seek other partners if US minerals framework fails
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – DRC mines minister Louis Watum Kabamba has recently stated that the Democratic Republic of Congo would seek … More
South Africa: SA Untapped Mineral Potential Still ‘Significant’
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – At the South Africa Exploration Investment Forum alongside the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba, Deputy Minister Phumzile … More
Nigeria: Solid Minerals Records 337 Percent Revenue Rise to N70bn in 2025
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Nigeria’s solid minerals sector recorded a 337% revenue surge to over N70 billion in 2025 from N16 … More
Zimbabwe: Lithium Dispute Sparks Corruption Allegations in Mutoko
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Zimbabwe’s lithium sector has been shaken by allegations that Pulserate Lithium used political influence and questionable court … More
Ghanaians Must Take Control of Natural Resources – Dr Kpikpi
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – Dr John Kpikpi has urged Ghana to take true ownership and control of its natural resources, arguing … More
