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Zimbabwe Approves $1.59 Billion in New Investments as Mining and Manufacturing Lead Growth 1

Zimbabwe Approves $1.59 Billion Investment Pipeline as Mining and Manufacturing Drive Industrial Growth Zimbabwe approved US$1.59 billion in proposed investments during the second quarter of 2026, with mining and manufacturing accounting for nearly 80% of the total as the country seeks to attract capital and build greater value around its mineral resources. The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) issued 284 investment licences between April and June. Mining attracted the largest share, with 86 projects valued at US$768.5 million, while manufacturing accounted for 43 projects worth US$496.7 million. Together, the… Read More Here

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Development Finance, Advisory and Research Leaders Join Power Africa Today at AEW 2026

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

The institutional architecture around African power investment has grown considerably more sophisticated in recent years, with multilateral lenders, specialized blended finance vehicles, global law firms and energy research houses all playing active roles in how projects are structured, financed and brought to market. Speakers confirmed for the Power Africa Today conference during African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 in Cape Town, October 12-16, represent the complete investment ecosystem at work across the continent. The World Bank’s role in shaping Africa’s power investment landscape is well established, and Infrastructure Program Leader Mirlan… Read More Here

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MMG Discovers Major Copper-Silver Deposit Near Khoemacau Mine in Botswana

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

MMG Discovers 1.4Mt Copper and 90Moz Silver Deposit Near Khoemacau Mine in Botswana MMG has announced the discovery of a significant new copper-silver deposit at its Khoemacau operation in Botswana, strengthening the mine’s long-term growth prospects and potentially extending its operating life by several years. The Kgwebe deposit, located approximately six kilometres from the Zone 5 mine currently being developed and mined, is estimated to contain 1.4 million tonnes of copper and 90 million ounces of silver. The discovery is expected to significantly increase Khoemacau’s mineral resource base. MMG said… Read More Here

International Corporate News Diamond Mining Equipment

Sandvik to Supply 15-Unit Underground Fleet for Lucara’s Karowe Mine

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

Sandvik to Supply 15-Unit Underground Mining Fleet for Lucara’s $779 Million Karowe Project in Botswana Sandvik has secured an order from Lucara Botswana to supply a 15-unit underground mining fleet for the Karowe diamond mine in Botswana, supporting the operation’s transition from open-pit to underground mining. The equipment package includes development drills, loaders, a cable bolter and a longhole drill, along with spare parts, rock tools and aftermarket services. Deliveries are already under way and are expected to continue through the fourth quarter of 2026. The fleet comprises five Sandvik… Read More Here

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South Africa Mine Collapse Claims 14 Illegal Miners Near Rustenburg

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

South Africa Mine Collapse Kills 14 Illegal Miners Near Rustenburg as Rescue Operations Continue At least 14 suspected illegal miners have died and eight others were injured after a section of a disused mine dump collapsed near Rustenburg in South Africa’s Northwest province. The incident occurred on the night of August 10, when the miners were reportedly digging for platinum-group metals at a site on private property. Police said the collapse buried several people, prompting an ongoing search and rescue operation. Northwest provincial police commissioner Lieutenant-General Arthur Adams said authorities… Read More Here

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Cobre Panama Restart Hopes Grow as Activity Resumes at Major Copper Mine

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance0 comment

Cobre Panama Restart Hopes Rise as First Quantum Mine Activity Resumes and Panama Weighs Reopening Hopes of restarting First Quantum Minerals’ Cobre Panama copper mine are gaining momentum as thousands of workers return to the site to support preservation, maintenance and other activities while the Panamanian government considers the mine’s future. Cobre Panama has remained shut since 2023, when Panama’s Supreme Court declared First Quantum’s mining contract unconstitutional following widespread protests over environmental and governance concerns. The latest developments suggest the government is becoming more open to a potential restart.… Read More Here

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Ghana Widens Lead as Africa’s Top Gold Producer

August 12, 2026August 12, 2026 Constance0 comment

Ghana Strengthens Position as Africa’s Leading Gold Producer as Exports Rise Ghana is strengthening its position as Africa’s leading gold producer, widening its advantage over major West African rivals Mali and Burkina Faso as strong production and rising gold prices boost the value of its exports. Gold remains central to Ghana’s economy, accounting for the overwhelming majority of the country’s mineral export earnings and making the sector a critical source of foreign exchange, government revenue and investment. The country’s expanding lead comes as gold production across West Africa continues to… Read More Here

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Barrick Appoints Sebastiaan Bock CEO, Rest of World

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) today announced the appointment of Sebastiaan Bock as Chief Executive Officer, Rest of World, effective immediately. Mr. Bock will lead Barrick’s gold and copper operations and projects outside North America and will report to Mark Hill, President and Chief Executive Officer of Barrick. Barrick’s rest of world portfolio includes gold and copper assets across Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. It produces more than two million gold equivalent ounces a year and is expected to grow by more than 20% over the next… Read More Here

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Australian Miner AuKing Expands Into Malawi’s Rare Earths Sector

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

AuKing Resources to Acquire Machinga Rare Earths Project as Malawi Attracts Critical Minerals Investment Australian mining company AuKing Resources is expanding its critical minerals portfolio in Malawi through an agreement to acquire the Machinga Heavy Rare Earths Project in the country’s south. The deal adds another rare earths asset to AuKing’s portfolio and highlights growing international interest in Malawi as demand for critical minerals accelerates globally. The Machinga project is located within one of Malawi’s prospective rare earths regions and has the potential to contribute to the country’s emerging position… Read More Here

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Kavango Begins Commissioning of Hillside Gold Processing Plant in Zimbabwe

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 Constance0 comment

Kavango Starts Commissioning 50 TPD Hillside Gold Plant as Zimbabwe Production Nears Kavango Resources has begun commissioning its 50-tonne-per-day gold processing plant at the Hillside Gold Project in Zimbabwe, marking a major step towards commercial production. The London- and Victoria Falls-listed company has moved the project from construction into live processing, with ore sourced entirely from its Hillside operations. The plant is designed to process material through crushing, milling, gravity concentration and carbon-in-leach (CIL) circuits. Kavango has been progressively introducing gold-bearing material into the plant while optimising the processing circuit… Read More Here