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Zimbabwe Marks First Lithium Sulphate Export as Huayou Advances Local Processing Push 1

Huayou Ships Africa’s First Lithium Sulphate from Zimbabwe Plant Amid Export Restrictions and Value-Addition Drive HARARE – Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt has shipped Africa’s first batch of lithium sulphate from its Zimbabwe-based processing facility, just months after the government tightened restrictions on lithium concentrate exports over concerns about malpractice and revenue leakages. The company’s local subsidiary confirmed the shipment in a statement posted on X late Monday, describing it as a milestone for both Zimbabwe and the continent’s mineral beneficiation efforts. “This inaugural shipment represents the first lithium salt ever produced… Read More Here

International Corporate News Gold New Mining Projects

Ecuador Seals $1.7 Billion Mining Deal with China’s CMOC Group to Advance Major Gold Project

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance

Ecuador Secures Major Mining Investment as $1.7 Billion Los Cangrejos Project Aims to Boost State Revenue and Expand Mining Sector Ecuador has taken a significant step to expand its mining industry after signing a major contract with the local subsidiary of China’s CMOC Group to develop the Los Cangrejos mining project. The agreement represents one of the largest recent investments in the country’s resource sector, with total projected capital expenditure exceeding $1.7 billion. Located in El Oro province, the Los Cangrejos project will be developed by ODIN Mining del Ecuador,… Read More Here

International Battery Metals

U.S. Turns to Africa for Critical Minerals as Supply Chain Risks Grow

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance

United States Expands Reliance on African Critical Minerals to Reduce China Dependence and Secure Clean Energy Supply Chains The United States is increasingly looking to Africa to secure the critical minerals required to power its modern economy, with countries such as Gabon and South Africa emerging as pivotal suppliers. These resources are essential for industries ranging from electric vehicles and renewable energy to advanced manufacturing and defence technologies. According to data cited by Visual Capitalist, the U.S. relies entirely on Gabon for its manganese imports, accounting for 100% of supply.… Read More Here

International Corporate News Energy Uranium

Paladin Energy Engages Global Buyers as Namibia Strengthens Position in Tightening Uranium Market

April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 Constance

Paladin Energy Targets US, China and Europe as Namibia Emerges as Strategic Uranium Supply Hub Amid Rising Global Demand Paladin Energy says it is engaging potential buyers in the United States, China, and Europe as global demand for uranium continues to rise, reinforcing Namibia’s growing importance in the international nuclear fuel market. Chief Executive Officer Paul Hemburrow said the company has held discussions with representatives linked to US diplomatic channels, although no formal agreements have yet been concluded. “We’ve had direct interactions with representatives from US embassies, but there is… Read More Here

International Battery Metals Energy Oil & Gas

Mozambique and China Forge Strategic Pact to Develop Minerals, Energy and Security Capacity

April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 Constance

Mozambique–China Agreement Targets Critical Minerals, Gas Development and Security Cooperation in Northern Provinces Mozambique is strengthening its strategic relationship with China through a broad cooperation agreement that combines defence collaboration, geological mapping, and industrial investment aimed at unlocking one of Africa’s most resource-rich frontiers. The deal underscores Beijing’s expanding role in the continent’s mineral and energy sectors and reflects Maputo’s push to accelerate development in its northern regions. The announcement followed high-level talks in Beijing between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo, culminating in a joint statement… Read More Here

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Keliber Lithium Project Faces Refinery Investment Decision Amid Price Volatility and EU Policy Talks

April 26, 2026April 26, 2026 Constance

Sibanye-Stillwater to Decide on €763m Keliber Lithium Refinery as Price Volatility and EU Support Shape Investment Outlook A final investment decision on the third phase of the €763 million Keliber lithium project in Finland the refinery is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026, according to CEO Richard Stewart. The decision will depend largely on clearer signals around long-term lithium pricing stability. Stewart made the remarks during the group’s International and Recycling Operations Capital Markets Day. He confirmed that construction of the Syväjärvi open-pit lithium mine has been completed on… Read More Here

International Corporate News Equipment & Technology

Mariana Minerals and Sandvik Launch Autonomous Drilling Integration at Copper One Mine

April 26, 2026April 26, 2026 Constance

Mariana Minerals and Sandvik Deploy Autonomous Drilling System at Copper One Mine to Advance Smart Mining in the US Mariana Minerals and Sandvik have formed a strategic partnership to deploy autonomous drilling technology at Mariana’s Copper One mine in southeastern Utah, United States. The initiative aims to advance fully automated mining operations by integrating Sandvik’s AutoMine Surface Drilling platform directly into MarianaOS, Mariana’s proprietary mining software system. Rather than operating as a standalone solution, AutoMine is now embedded within Mariana’s broader digital ecosystem. This integration connects drilling operations with overall… Read More Here

International Gold

Burkina Faso Moves to Increase State Stake in Kiaka Gold Mine Amid West African Resources Expansion Plans

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Burkina Faso Seeks 40% Stake in Kiaka Gold Mine as West African Resources Suspends Trading Over Ownership Shift Burkina Faso has notified West African Resources Limited of its intention to increase the state’s stake in the Kiaka gold mine from 15% to 40%, marking a significant escalation in government participation in one of West Africa’s key gold assets. The development comes as the Australian-listed mining company prepares for a sharp increase in production across its regional operations. In response to the government’s move, West African Resources suspended trading of its… Read More Here

International Gold

Ghana Sets December 2026 Deadline for Miners to Transition to Local Contract Mining

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Ghana Orders Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti, and Zijin to Shift to Local Contractors by December 2026 or Face Sanctions Ghana’s mining regulator has given international mining companies Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti, and Chinese-owned Zijin Mining until December 2026 to transition their mining operations to locally compliant contractors or face potential sanctions, according to sources familiar with the matter and regulatory documents. The three companies are among the few major operators in Ghana that still conduct mining using their own in-house personnel. Most other mining firms had already outsourced their operations in anticipation… Read More Here

International Corporate News Oil & Gas

Trafigura Signs $1bn Oil-Backed Financing Deal with Gabon to Boost Liquidity

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 Constance

Gabon secures $1 billion oil-backed financing from Trafigura in seven-year crude supply deal to strengthen public finances and investment spending Global commodities trader Trafigura has signed a $1 billion oil-backed financing agreement with the government of Gabon, providing upfront liquidity in exchange for future crude oil deliveries over a seven-year period. Announced on Wednesday, the arrangement will see Trafigura extend prepayment financing to the Gabonese state while acting as the exclusive buyer of the country’s “profit oil” the share of crude allocated to the government after production costs are recovered… Read More Here