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Gold Boom Narrows Senegal’s Trade Deficit in 2025, but Structural Imbalances Persist 1 International Gold 

Gold Boom Narrows Senegal’s Trade Deficit in 2025, but Structural Imbalances Persist

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Senegal Trade Deficit Shrinks to $2.4 Billion in 2025 as Gold Exports Surge 51%, Data Show Senegal recorded a significant improvement in its external accounts in 2025, although the country continued to post a sizeable trade deficit. . According to data from the National Agency of Statistics and Demography of Senegal (ANSD), the West African economy registered a trade shortfall of approximately $2.4 billion in 2025. While still negative, the deficit narrowed sharply from roughly $5.76 billion in 2024, reflecting a strong rebound in export revenues and sustained external demand.… Read More Here
West African Resources and Burkina Faso: Negotiating Ownership in a New Era of Resource Nationalism 2 International 

West African Resources and Burkina Faso: Negotiating Ownership in a New Era of Resource Nationalism

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West African Resources Engages Burkina Faso on 25% Kiaka Stake as Government Expands Mining Sector Control West African Resources Limited (WAF) and Burkina Faso are navigating a complex but constructive path as the government advances policies aimed at increasing state participation in strategic mining assets. Despite a broader trend toward resource nationalism, both parties are demonstrating that structured negotiation remains viable. According to minutes from the Council of Ministers’ meeting held on February 19, 2026, the government is reviewing a draft decree that would enable it to acquire an additional… Read More Here
U.S. DFC Approves New Africa Investments to Secure Critical Minerals and Strengthen Energy Security 3 Critical Minerals 

U.S. DFC Approves New Africa Investments to Secure Critical Minerals and Strengthen Energy Security

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U.S. Development Finance Corporation Expands Strategic Investments in Africa The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has approved a new round of strategic investments across Africa, reinforcing Washington’s economic focus on critical minerals, energy security and regional stability. The move signals a broader expansion of U.S. economic engagement on the continent, with officials framing the funding as both a development instrument and a strategic supply chain initiative linked to technology, clean energy and defence sectors. Strategic and Commercial Mandate In a statement released through the Africa Regional Media Hub, DFC… Read More Here
Zimbabwe Advances Lithium Value Addition with Third Sulphate Plant Under Construction 4 International Battery Metals Lithium 

Zimbabwe Advances Lithium Value Addition with Third Sulphate Plant Under Construction

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Zimbabwe Begins Construction of Third Lithium Sulphate Plant as Export Ban Drives Global Price Surge Construction has begun on another lithium sulphate plant in Zimbabwe, as the country accelerates its push to move up the battery minerals value chain amid strong global demand. Chinese group Sichuan Yahua Industrial Group Co. announced on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange platform that it has started building a lithium sulphate processing plant linked to its Kamativi lithium mine, which it operates through a joint venture with the Zimbabwean government. The project marks the third lithium… Read More Here
Cobre workers International Copper Corporate News 

Panama Eyes Cobre Panama Restart to Accelerate Economic Growth

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Panama Targets 6% GDP Growth by 2027 if Cobre Panama Mine Reopens, Business Group Says Panama’s economy expanded by 4% in 2025, but business leaders argue that reopening the Cobre Panama copper mine will be critical to lifting growth to as much as 6% by 2027. The mine is operated by First Quantum Minerals and has been at the centre of economic and political debate since its suspension. Growth Driven by Services, Manufacturing Lags The Sindicato de Industriales de Panama (SIP), one of the country’s leading business groups, reported that… Read More Here
Haut-Uele Governor Backs Cancellation of Kibali Subcontracting Agreements 5 Mining in DRC Governance 

Haut-Uele Governor Backs Cancellation of Kibali Subcontracting Agreements

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Haut-Uele Governor Jean Bakomito Supports Termination of Kibali Contracts to Enforce DRC Subcontracting Law The Governor of Haut-Uele province, Jean Bakomito, has welcomed the cancellation of subcontracting agreements between Kibali Gold Mine and the companies KMS, Boart Longyear, and TAI Services, describing the move as a significant step toward stricter enforcement of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s subcontracting regulations. In an official statement, Governor Bakomito expressed support for the decision taken by the Autorité de Régulation de la Sous-traitance dans le secteur Privé (ARSP), noting that the termination of the… Read More Here
Serval Resources Launches 2026 Exploration Programme in Botswana’s Kalahari Copper Belt 6 International Copper Corporate News Exploration 

Serval Resources Launches 2026 Exploration Programme in Botswana’s Kalahari Copper Belt

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Serval Begins Ground Geophysics on KCL Licences in Kalahari Copper Belt Following Conditional Acquisition Deal Copper and future metals developer Serval Resources has commenced its first exploration work programme of 2026 on Botswana assets owned by Kalahari Copper Limited (KCL), following KCL’s approval. The licences are located in the Kalahari Copper Belt (KCB), widely regarded as one of the most prospective regions globally for sediment-hosted copper discoveries. Conditional Acquisition of KCL As previously announced on 9 February, Serval has entered into a conditional share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of… Read More Here
Jubilee Metals Completes South Africa Exit, Shifts Strategic Focus to Zambia 7 Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News 

Jubilee Metals Completes South Africa Exit, Shifts Strategic Focus to Zambia

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Jubilee Metals Sells South African Chrome and PGM Assets, Repositions Board and Capital Strategy Around Zambia Aim- and AltX-listed Jubilee Metals Group has completed the sale of its chrome and platinum group metals (PGM) operations in South Africa, marking a decisive shift in strategic focus toward its copper portfolio in Zambia. The disposal enables the company to concentrate capital and management resources on its expanding Zambian operations, which are increasingly central to its growth strategy. Board Realignment Toward Zambia and Copper Following the transaction, Jubilee’s board has resolved to progressively… Read More Here
DRC and Republic of Congo Sign MoU to Develop Hydroelectric Projects on the Congo River 8 Mining in DRC Hydro power plant 

DRC and Republic of Congo Sign MoU to Develop Hydroelectric Projects on the Congo River

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DRC and Republic of Congo Partner on Congo River Hydropower to Boost Electricity Supply and Regional Integration The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Congo signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Kinshasa on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to jointly develop hydroelectric infrastructure along the Congo River. Authorities described the initiative as a strategic shared asset that could transform energy availability and support economic growth in both countries. Planned Hydroelectric Projects According to the DRC’s Ministry of Hydroelectric Resources, the agreement covers several major projects on both… Read More Here
SACIM Completes First Antwerp Diamond Sale in Over a Decade 9 Diamond Corporate News Mining in DRC 

SACIM Completes First Antwerp Diamond Sale in Over a Decade

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SACIM Sells 288,000 Carats in Antwerp as Congolese Industrial Diamonds Return to Open Market The Société Anhui Congo d’Investissement Minier (SACIM) has completed its first public sale of industrial diamonds in Antwerp, Belgium, totalling 288,000 carats. The transaction, held from 16 to 20 February 2026, marks a significant step in re-establishing the company’s presence on the international open market. The sale was conducted with technical coordination from Samir Gems and the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC). A total of 67 international companies participated, including buyers from China, India, the United… Read More Here

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