Mining
Zimbabwe
Impala Platinum Holdings Shines Amidst Challenges, Reports Strong Production Growth in H1 FY2024
Impala Platinum Holdings reported a gross Group 6E production increase of 18% to 1.90 million 6E ounces compared to the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by improved production f
Jan 31, 2024
ZCCM Investments Holdings PLC Progresses in Negotiations with Vedanta: A Game-Changer for Zambia's Mining Industry
ZCCM Investments Holdings PLC (ZCCM-IH) has taken a significant step forward in negotiations with Vedanta Resources Limited, potentially reshaping the future of Konkola Copper Mines (KCM). The recent
Nov 07, 2023Anglo American's Sustainability Progress Sets the Course for Sustainable Mining: Lessons for Zimbabwean Miners
As global awareness of the importance of sustainability continues to grow, large organizations like Anglo American plc are paving the way for responsible and sustainable mining practices. In their rec
Oct 25, 2023De Beers' Cycle 8 Rough Diamond Sales Reflect Industry Rebalancing and Increased Marketing Investment
De Beers, a subsidiary of global mining company Anglo American, has reported a provisional figure of $200 million for the rough diamond sales value in its eighth sales cycle of 2023. This figure repre
Oct 06, 2023
Platinum Deficit Forecast for 2023 Reaches Record High, Signalling Opportunities for Zimbabwe
This presents a unique opportunity for countries like Zimbabwe, which has seen a slight increase in platinum supply amid challenges faced by other major producers. Zimbabwe exports nickel mattes large
Sep 06, 2023Lucara Diamond's Latest 1,080-Carat Discovery Boosts Botswana's Diamond Revenue Prospects
The 1,080.1 carat diamond, measuring an impressive 82.2 x 42.8 x 34.2mm, is a Type IIa top white gem of exceptional quality. Discovered in the Coarse XRT unit at Karowe, the diamond was obtained throu
Aug 09, 2023Shumba Energy's Ambitious Energy Projects to Revolutionize Southern Africa's Power Deficit
With these various energy projects in the advanced stage of development, Shumba Energy is poised to have a significant impact on the energy sector in Southern Africa. As the region grapples with a gro
Aug 02, 2023The Rise of Geopolitical Tensions: How a Potential Ban on Russian Aluminium by LME Could Impact African Producers
The potential ban on Russian aluminium by the LME brings to the fore the impact of geopolitical tensions on the global metal market, with smaller producers in Africa likely to feel the brunt of any de
Jul 31, 2023