Mining

Aug 25 – South African gold producer Gold Fields reported an 81% increase in first-half profit, supported by higher gold prices, stronger …

LAGOS, Aug 24 – Botswana has granted three new uranium prospecting licences to Orano Mining, expanding the French state-owned company’s exploration presence …

NIAMEY, Aug 24 – Niger has transferred the mining permit for the In Azaoua uranium area to Tsumco SA, a state-controlled company …

CAIRO, Aug 20 – US funding for African rare earth projects is increasing as private investors remain reluctant to finance projects across …

JOHANNESBURG, Aug 20 – Exxaro Resources reported a 20% decline in half-year earnings as higher mining costs and a stronger South African …

LUSAKA, Aug 19 – BHP Group, the world’s largest mining company, reported better-than-expected full-year earnings and declared its highest annual dividend in four …

DAKAR, Aug 18 – Mali’s industrial gold production rose about 30% in the first half of 2026, exceeding government expectations and putting …

RABAT, Aug 17 – Canadian mining company Steadright Critical Minerals has secured a mining licence for its TitanBeach titanium project in Morocco, …

LAGOS, Aug 15 – Resolute Mining has formed a joint venture with Guinea’s state-backed Nimba Mining Gold to advance gold exploration and …

HARARE, Aug 11 – Ariana Resources expects to pour first gold from its Dokwe project in Zimbabwe in 2028, potentially making it …