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Africa’s energy landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation. In 2025, Standard Bank’s financing for renewable energy power generation outpaced that for non-renewable power generation by a ratio of 8:1, signalling a shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy systems across the continent. With nearly 600 million people across Africa still …

Engagements with the United Arab Emirates and Oman are emerging as part of Botswana’s strategy to secure a larger stake in De Beers from Anglo American, as the country seeks greater influence over the future of the global diamond industry. The move signals a shift from passive resource ownership towards …

Chinese mining contractor JCHX Mining Management has booked a significant order with Sandvik for a 45-unit fleet of underground mining equipment for use at MMG’s Khoemacau Copper Mine (KCM). The order, which was booked in Q2 2026, covers 45 machines, including Toro® LH621i loaders, Toro® TH663i trucks, Sandvik DD422i and …

When Good Oils Go Bad There are certain things in life that improve with age. Wine and whisky develop deeper, more complex flavours. Bonsai trees mature into highly valued works of art and even acoustic guitars and violins are said to improve in tone as the wood ages and the …

Each year on 15 June, the global mining community marks the International Day of Women in Mining (IDWIM) but the conversation is increasingly shifting beyond recognition towards transformation. In 2026, the focus is building an inclusive, equitable mining sector that reflects the realities, contributions and leadership of women, Indigenous communities …

Natural diamonds commanded strong attention at the JCK Las Vegas 2026 Show but Botswana’s presence signalled something more significant than market appeal. It marked a confident shift from resource supplier to value-driven global player, using the world’s premier jewellery platform to reinforce its leadership in provenance, beneficiati and long-term industry …

Giyani Metals’ proposed $535 million K.Hill manganese project is emerging as a defining test of Botswana’s ambitions to position itself within the global battery minerals value chain, at a time when demand for electric vehicle inputs is accelerating. A newly released definitive feasibility study points to strong underlying economics, projecting …

The African Development Bank Group launched a Mission 300 Progress Tracker, at the African Development Bank Group’s 2026 Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Congo. According to the financial institution, the public digital platform provides real-time data on electricity access across Africa, it offers project-level visibility into Mission 300 supported operations, enabling …

A strong financial showing by Botswana Oil Limited (BOL) is reinforcing its dual role as both a national energy security anchor and a catalyst for citizen-driven economic growth in Botswana. The state-owned energy company reported Profit Before Tax of P299 million and Profit After Tax of P246 million, while dividends …

Local beneficiation has long been positioned as Botswana’s pathway to industrialisation yet progress has remained uneven despite the country’s vast mineral wealth and global market relevance. With rich endowments in industrial minerals such as soda ash, supporting industries both regionally and internationally, diamonds that generate significant luxury value worldwide and …