Nigeria Cancels Over 1,200 Dormant Mining Licences to Boost Solid Minerals Investment The Nigerian government has revoked 1,263 mineral licences in a sweeping effort to reform its underdeveloped mining sector and eliminate speculative operators. The move aims to free up access for serious investors seeking opportunities in the country’s solid minerals industry. The affected licences, now slated for removal from the Electronic Mining Cadastral System (eMC+) portal of the Nigerian Mining Cadastral Office (MCO), include: 584 exploration licences 65 mining leases 144 quarry licences 470 small-scale mining leases Cracking Down… Read More Here

Mali Signs Seven New Mining Agreements to Strengthen State Role in Gold and Lithium Projects Mali’s military government has approved seven new agreements with international and local mining companies, deepening state participation and increasing revenues as part of its broader push for resource sovereignty. The Council of Ministers endorsed the exploitation and exploration contracts on Friday, according to an official statement. The deals guarantee the state a non-reducible stake in each project, along with priority access to dividends. The agreements cover several high-profile gold operations, including: Sadiola mine, operated by… Read More Here

South Africa’s Mining and Infrastructure Reforms Draw Strong Interest from Indian Companies South Africa’s decision to loosen mining regulations and accelerate the privatisation of infrastructure is attracting growing interest from Indian companies. The reforms are expected to reshape the country’s mining sector and strengthen Africa’s global competitiveness. These policy changes stem from the government’s Operation Vulindlela programme, launched in 2020 to reduce red tape, unlock investment, and encourage private-sector participation in key industries. Since 2023, Pretoria has focused particularly on transport and logistics, addressing inefficiencies in rail and port systems… Read More Here