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Bank of Zambia Introduces Phased Currency Regulations to Reinforce Kwacha Stability 43 Economy Mining in Zambia 

Bank of Zambia Introduces Phased Currency Regulations to Reinforce Kwacha Stability

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Zambia Strengthens Kwacha with Phased Currency Regulations Bank of Zambia Governor Dr. Denny H. Kalyalya has reaffirmed the central bank’s commitment to reinforcing the Kwacha as Zambia’s sole legal tender, announcing that new Currency Regulations will be implemented in a phased and simplified manner. Speaking at the final round of consultative stakeholder engagements in Ndola under the Public Private Dialogue Forum (PPDF), Dr. Kalyalya highlighted the risks of dollarisation, warning that excessive reliance on foreign currencies undermines the Kwacha, limits the effectiveness of monetary policy, and exposes banks and borrowers… Read More Here
Burkina Faso Pushes Resource Nationalization with New Bid for Kiaka Gold Mine Stake 44 Gold International 

Burkina Faso Pushes Resource Nationalization with New Bid for Kiaka Gold Mine Stake

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Burkina Faso Seeks Bigger Stake in Kiaka Gold Mine as Resource Nationalization Accelerates Burkina Faso is intensifying its push to nationalize natural resources, requesting to acquire an additional 35% stake in West African Resources’ (ASX: WAF) Kiaka gold mine. The move prompted the miner to request a trading halt on Thursday. The government’s proposal targets a larger share of the Kiaka mine, which produced its first gold in June 2025. West African Resources said the stake would be acquired “for valuable paid consideration” and expects trading to resume Monday. West… Read More Here
DRC and Germany Strengthen Cooperation on Mining Governance and Sustainability 45 Mining in DRC 

DRC and Germany Strengthen Cooperation on Mining Governance and Sustainability

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Germany Pledges $50 Million in Mining Cooperation with DRC to Boost Transparency and Sustainability The Minister of Mines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Louis Kabamba Watunga, received a delegation from the German Cooperation on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Kinshasa. The delegation was led by the chargé d’affaires of the German Embassy. The meeting marked an important step in strengthening ties between Berlin and Kinshasa on strategic mining sector issues. The visit, described as a courtesy meeting, focused on ongoing bilateral projects, particularly those related to mining governance,… Read More Here
Sandvik Unveils AutoMine Surface Drilling Training Simulator to Advance Operator Skills 46 International Corporate News Mining Equipment 

Sandvik Unveils AutoMine Surface Drilling Training Simulator to Advance Operator Skills

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Sandvik Launches AutoMine Surface Drilling Simulator to Boost Mining Efficiency and Safety Sandvik Mining has introduced its AutoMine Surface Drilling Training Simulator, a cutting-edge tool designed to improve operator skills, accelerate learning, and increase the efficiency of automated drilling operations. The simulator is compatible with all i-series surface drill rigs and provides a realistic, safe, and cost-effective training environment for modern mining operations. It enables trainees to operate up to three rigs of the same type simultaneously, with a focus on: Path planning Autonomous production cycle management Real-time monitoring of… Read More Here
U.S. Gold Adopts Glencore’s Jameson Cell Technology to Boost Recovery at CK Gold Project 47 International Corporate News Gold 

U.S. Gold Adopts Glencore’s Jameson Cell Technology to Boost Recovery at CK Gold Project

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U.S. Gold Selects Glencore’s Jameson Cell to Enhance Gold and Copper Recovery at Wyoming’s CK Gold Project U.S. Gold has chosen Glencore Technology’s Jameson Cell flotation system to improve gold and copper recovery at its CK Gold Project in Wyoming. The decision follows engineering, optimization, and trade-off studies conducted as part of the company’s Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) and execution plan. Partnership with Glencore Technology U.S. Gold first engaged with Glencore Technology in late 2024, when the Jameson Cell—first introduced in 1986—was proposed as a modern upgrade to conventional flotation… Read More Here
U.S., DRC, and Rwanda Advance Partnership on Critical Minerals and Regional Peace 48 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Regional conflict 

U.S., DRC, and Rwanda Advance Partnership on Critical Minerals and Regional Peace

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U.S. Hosts Roundtable with DRC and Rwanda to Boost Critical Mineral Security and Regional Stability Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE) hosted a high-level roundtable on Thursday, August 28, in Washington, D.C., bringing together delegations from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. The discussions centered on strengthening collaboration in investment and critical mineral security—key to unlocking the economic potential of the Great Lakes region. SAFE highlighted on its official X account that with the implementation of the Peace Agreement, Rwanda and the DRC now have an opportunity to harness… Read More Here
Barrick Appoints Gisselle Valera as President of Barrick Pueblo Viejo 49 Corporate News Gold International Mining Personality 

Barrick Appoints Gisselle Valera as President of Barrick Pueblo Viejo

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In a strategic step taken to strengthen the Dominican Republic’s most important mining operation and one of the world’s leading Tier One gold mines, Barrick is pleased to confirm Gisselle Valera as President of Barrick Pueblo Viejo. Ms. Valera has effectively carried this leadership role since her appointment in June and, as President, she will serve as the company’s primary spokesperson with key stakeholders. She will continue to report directly to Barrick’s COO for Latin America & Asia Pacific, Mark Hill. With more than 16 years of experience in government… Read More Here
Indian Govt Challenges Vedanta’s Four-Way Demerger Over Dues Concerns 50 International Copper 

Indian Govt Challenges Vedanta’s Four-Way Demerger Over Dues Concerns

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India Objects to Vedanta’s Demerger Plan, Citing Risks to Dues Recovery The Indian Government has raised objections to mining giant Vedanta’s planned restructuring into four separate listed entities, warning that the move could hinder its ability to recover outstanding dues, according to a report by CNBC-TV18. During a hearing at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), government representatives alleged that Vedanta altered its demerger scheme after receiving approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The NCLT, which adjudicates corporate disputes, has not yet released official details of… Read More Here
Sandvik Secures $41M Equipment Order for Khoemacau Copper Mine Expansion in Botswana 51 International Corporate News Mining Equipment 

Sandvik Secures $41M Equipment Order for Khoemacau Copper Mine Expansion in Botswana

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Sandvik Wins Major Mining Equipment Contract for Khoemacau Copper Mine in Botswana Mining solutions provider Sandvik has landed a significant order from JCHX Mining Management, a Chinese mining contractor, to supply underground equipment for MMG’s Khoemacau Copper Mine (KCM) in Botswana. The order, valued at around SEK 450 million (≈ $41 million), includes loaders, trucks, and drills, along with digital monitoring systems such as Sandvik’s remote monitoring service. Deliveries are set to begin in Q3 2025 and continue through Q2 2026. The deal follows JCHX’s recent five-year underground mining contract… Read More Here

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