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Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Energy Markets 1 International Oil & Gas Petroleum 

Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Energy Markets

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Brent Oil Nears $93 as US–Israel Conflict with Iran Fuels Supply Fears in the Persian Gulf Global energy markets are experiencing heightened volatility as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran enters its seventh day, raising concerns about disruptions to global oil supply. Military strikes and retaliatory attacks in the Persian Gulf have increased tensions across the region, triggering a sharp rise in oil prices and fueling fears of a prolonged supply shock. As of Saturday, March 7, 2026, the price of Brent crude the global benchmark for… Read More Here
Glencore Backs $1.4 Billion Bid for Stake in Eurasian Resources Group 2 International Corporate News 

Glencore Backs $1.4 Billion Bid for Stake in Eurasian Resources Group

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Glencore Proposes Financing Deal to Support $1.4 Billion Bid for Eurasian Resources Group Stake Mining giant Glencore is considering supporting a $1.4 billion bid by Kazakh entrepreneur Shakhmurat Mutalip to acquire a 40% stake in Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), according to reports citing people familiar with the discussions. Under the proposal, Glencore would provide an upfront pre-payment of about $800 million in exchange for future shipments of ferrochrome, a key raw material used in steel production. The arrangement would help finance Mutalip’s bid while securing long-term supply of the alloying… Read More Here
Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026 3 Mining in DRC 

Congolese Geology Team Wins Global Recognition at PDAC 2026

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DRC’s Bana Kongo Researchers Win Award at PDAC 2026, Highlighting Congolese Talent in Mining Exploration A team of young Congolese researchers has earned international recognition at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 in Toronto, highlighting the growing role of local talent in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector. During his official visit to Toronto, Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba met with the group, known as Bana Kongo, to discuss ways of strengthening the participation of Congolese researchers in major mining and geological exploration projects. The Bana… Read More Here
Zambia Ranks Third Most Attractive Mining Investment Destination in Africa 4 Mining in Zambia Copper Economy 

Zambia Ranks Third Most Attractive Mining Investment Destination in Africa

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Zambia Climbs Global Mining Investment Rankings in 2025 Fraser Institute Survey Zambia has been ranked the third most attractive mining investment destination in Africa, according to the 2025 Annual Survey of Mining Companies by the Fraser Institute.The country trails only Botswana and Morocco on the continent. Globally, Zambia improved its position to 25th place on the Investment Attractiveness Index, up from 28th in the previous survey. Zambia’s score on the index rose to 72.84, reflecting growing investor confidence in the country’s mineral potential and policy environment. The survey assessed 68… Read More Here
The Kazungula Gateway: Unlocking Seamless Trade in Southern Africa 5 Transport and Logistics Events & Expos Mining in Zambia 

The Kazungula Gateway: Unlocking Seamless Trade in Southern Africa

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Southern Africa is witnessing a major shift in how trade moves across its borders, and at the center of this transformation is the Kazungula Bridge. The opening of the Kazungula Bridge, which connects Zambia and Botswana across the Zambezi River, represents a significant step toward strengthening regional trade and logistics. During the launch of the authority, the President, alongside his Botswana counterpart, Duma Boko, reaffirmed the unwavering commitment to enhancing trade and economic integration between the two neighbours. Spanning 923 metres and constructed at a cost of approximately US$259 million,… Read More Here
ZIMEC 2026 to Examine Zambia’s Mining and Energy Transition at a Pivotal Moment for Investment and Reform 6 Events & Expos Mining in Zambia Sponsored Content 

ZIMEC 2026 to Examine Zambia’s Mining and Energy Transition at a Pivotal Moment for Investment and Reform

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As Zambia advances ambitious targets across mining production, energy reform, and regional trade integration, the 13th edition of the Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (ZIMEC 2026) will convene policymakers, industry leaders, financiers, and technical experts to examine how the country can translate momentum into long-term, sustainable growth. ZIMEC 2026 will take place at the Garden Court Hotel, in Kitwe at the heart of the Copperbelt from 25 – 26 March 2026. ZIMEC 2026 will focus on the evolving dynamics shaping Zambia’s mining and energy sectors, including responsible… Read More Here
Zambia to Host 2026 International Mine Rescue Competition 7 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News Press Release 

Zambia to Host 2026 International Mine Rescue Competition

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Solwezi, Zambia – Kansanshi Mining PLC and Mopani Copper Mines will co-host the 2026 International Mine Rescue Competition (IMRC), a prestigious global safety event expected to gather mine rescue teams from over ten countries worldwide. Among the countries are Australia, Colombia, the USA, China, Ivory Coast, among others. This will be the first time the international competition is held on the African continent, establishing Zambia as a global hub for mine safety and emergency preparedness. The competition, anchored by the Zambia Chamber of Mines and its members, will take place… Read More Here
Zimbabwe’s Lithium Export Ban Jolts China’s Battery Supply Chain 8 International Battery Metals Lithium 

Zimbabwe’s Lithium Export Ban Jolts China’s Battery Supply Chain

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Zimbabwe Halts Lithium Exports, Disrupting China’s EV Battery Supply Chain and Driving Global Price Surge China’s battery manufacturers are feeling the impact of Zimbabwe’s sudden suspension of lithium concentrate exports, a move that has unsettled global commodity markets and raised fresh concerns across the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain. On February 25, the Government of Zimbabwe announced an immediate halt to all lithium concentrate shipments, including cargo already in transit. The policy forms part of Harare’s broader strategy to expand domestic mineral processing and capture greater value from its large… Read More Here
Zambian Govt Reaffirms Support for Sustainable Artisanal Mining in Central Province 9 Mining in Zambia Artisanal mining 

Zambian Govt Reaffirms Support for Sustainable Artisanal Mining in Central Province

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Zambia Strengthens Artisanal Mining Regulation as Government Promotes Legal and Sustainable ASM Operations The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting lawful, organised, and sustainable artisanal mining, as part of broader efforts to formalise the sector and enhance its contribution to national development. Speaking during a courtesy call by Mercy Zulu, Assistant Director for Policy and Planning at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Milner Mwanakampwe, Permanent Secretary for Central Province, said the provincial administration will continue working closely with district authorities, traditional leaders, and security agencies to… Read More Here
French Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities at Kalumbila Multi-Facility Economic Zone 10 Mining in Zambia Corporate News 

French Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities at Kalumbila Multi-Facility Economic Zone

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French Embassy Delegation Visits Kalumbila MFEZ to Explore Investment Opportunities in Zambia’s Mining Supply Chain A high-level delegation from the Embassy of France in Zambia visited the Kalumbila Multi-Facility Economic Zone to explore investment opportunities, highlighting growing international interest in Zambia’s expanding mining and industrial supply chain. The visit was hosted by First Quantum Minerals through its Trident Project, reinforcing the mining company’s commitment to supporting sustainable economic growth in Zambia’s North-Western Province. Spanning more than 5,000 hectares, the Kalumbila Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ) has been developed as a regional… Read More Here

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