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Angola Inaugurates $4 Billion Gas Processing Plant in Soyo to Boost Energy Diversification 1

Angola Launches $4 Billion Soyo Gas Plant to Strengthen LNG Production and Industrial Growth Angolan President João Lourenço has inaugurated a $4 billion gas processing plant in Soyo, marking a major step in the country’s strategy to diversify its energy sector beyond crude oil. The project positions Angola to become a key player in Africa’s natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets. Developed by the Novo Consórcio de Gás (NCG), the facility has the capacity to process 400 million cubic feet of gas per day from Angola’s first standalone… Read More Here

Angola Completes First 100 km of EN-250, Linking Luau and Luacano Along the Lobito Corridor

November 28, 2025November 28, 2025 Constance

Luau and Luacano Connected by Road for the First Time After EN-250 Paving Luacano – The municipalities of Luau and Luacano, located in Angola’s newly established Moxico Leste province, are now connected by road for the first time following the completion of nearly 100 kilometers of asphalt on National Road (EN) 250. EN 250 forms part of the strategic Lobito Corridor, linking the provinces of Moxico Leste, Moxico, Bié, Huambo and Benguela. The road is considered vital to national and regional development, supporting key infrastructure such as the Benguela Railway… Read More Here

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Kimberley Process Fails Again to Expand Definition of Conflict Diamonds

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Kimberley Process Stalls for Third Year Over Conflict Diamond Reform Amid Global Criticism The Kimberley Process (KP) has, for the third consecutive year, failed to agree on an expanded definition of conflict diamonds following a five-day plenary in Dubai. Delegates from 86 member countries attended with hopes that long-delayed reforms would finally move forward. Pressure to modernize the conflict diamond definition has grown since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, and media reports suggested negotiators were nearing a breakthrough. Feriel Zerouki, president of the World Diamond Council (WDC), opened the… Read More Here

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Barrick Confirms Commitment to $7B Reko Diq Copper Project in Pakistan

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Barrick Reaffirms Support for Reko Diq Copper Mine Amid Speculation of Asset Sale Barrick Mining has reiterated its commitment to the Reko Diq copper mine in Pakistan, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, following media reports suggesting the company might consider a withdrawal. The $7-billion project, located in the remote and insurgency-affected western province of Balochistan, is a 50-50 joint venture between Barrick and Pakistani authorities. It is expected to begin production by the end of 2028. Reports this month cited sources familiar with Barrick’s internal discussions, suggesting… Read More Here

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Copper Mark and SSI Partner to Strengthen Responsible Copper Sourcing for the Solar Industry

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Copper Mark–SSI Agreement Aims to Boost Responsible Copper Production for Growing Solar Supply Chain The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance responsible copper production and sourcing across the global solar energy value chain. Announced on November 27, the partnership reflects copper’s crucial role in solar energy generation and transmission. As renewable energy demand accelerates, the need for coordinated action among mining, processing and manufacturing stakeholders has become increasingly urgent. The agreement aims to link upstream and downstream assurance systems… Read More Here

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Global Copper Crunch Set to Deepen in 2026 as Supply Struggles to Keep Pace

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Copper Supply Deficit to Hit 500,000 Tons in 2026, Driving Prices to New Highs, Mercuria Warns A tightening squeeze in global copper markets is expected to intensify next year, driving prices for both copper concentrate and refined metal to new highs, according to Mercuria’s head of metals research, Nicholas Snowdon. Snowdon — a prominent copper bull at the Geneva-based commodity trading firm — said the global copper concentrate market will face a deficit of roughly 500,000 tons in 2026, mirroring the shortfall anticipated for 2025. Concentrate is the raw material… Read More Here

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Loreto Silva Named Lead Independent Director at Barrick Mining

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Barrick Appoints Loreto Silva to Strengthen Board Leadership After Ben van Beurden’s Exit Global mining, exploration and development company Barrick Mining Corporation has appointed Loreto Silva as its new lead independent director, succeeding Ben van Beurden, who has stepped down from the board. Barrick chairperson John Thornton thanked van Beurden for his service and welcomed Silva to her new role. “I would like to thank Ben for his contribution to Barrick and welcome Loreto to the role of lead independent director. The Barrick board remains focused on delivering long-term value… Read More Here

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Andrada Mining Delivers Strong Operational Gains and Advances Expansion Strategy

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Andrada Mining Posts Higher Production, Stronger Revenue and Lower Losses in H1 FY2026 Aim- and OTCQB-listed Andrada Mining has reported stronger operational and financial results for the six months ended August 31, highlighted by higher metal production, increased revenue and a reduced operating loss for the first half of its 2026 financial year. The company said the improved performance reflects the benefits of sustained capital investment and ongoing processing enhancements across its asset portfolio. Andrada processed 527 583 t of ore, a 10% increase compared with the 481 504 t… Read More Here

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MMG Positions Itself as a Global Leader in the Low-Carbon Mining Future

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

MMG Accelerates Global Growth Strategy to Lead in Low-Carbon Metals Supply As global momentum toward decarbonization accelerates, MMG is positioning itself as a leading international mining company committed to supporting a low-carbon future. The company’s strategy supported by substantial capital investment focuses on portfolio expansion, maximizing asset value, and driving strong economic and social progress across its operations. MMG’s growth plan is built on a dual approach: “Grow the Core and Step Out.” This means strengthening its existing asset base while diversifying into future-facing commodities that will shape the next… Read More Here

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Vedanta to Expand Mining Investments in Saudi Arabia Amid Vision 2030 Push

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance

Vedanta Plans $2 Billion Investment in Saudi Copper and Gold Mines as Kingdom Aims to Become Mining Hub Vedanta Ltd. is set to increase its investments in Saudi Arabia as the Indian conglomerate bets on the kingdom’s ambitions to become a global metals and mining hub under its Vision 2030 economic transformation plan. The company plans to begin copper and gold exploration in western Saudi Arabia within six to eight months, marking its first official foray into mineral extraction in the country. Vedanta received a formal license on Tuesday, alongside… Read More Here