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ArcelorMittal Expansion to Lift Liberia Iron Ore Output

Liberia’s iron ore production is expected to triple in 2026 as expansion projects led by ArcelorMittal gather pace, marking one of the most significant scale-ups in the country’s post-war mining history. The Minister of Mines and Energy Matenokay Tingban revealed recently that output could reach 30 million metric tonnes this …

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DRC Mining Week returns setting the stage for strategic growth

Organisers of DRC Mining Week, have launched its 2026 teaser brochure, unveiling an expanded vision for investment, industrialisation and cross-border collaboration in the heart of Africa’s mining capital. Scheduled for Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo from the 17th to the 19th June 2026, the region’s longest-running and most …

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A Just Energy Transition to Drive Africa’s Industrial Growth

South Africa is undertaking a R450 billion expansion of its electricity transmission grid, highlighting the continent’s urgent need for robust energy infrastructure. The announcement came during the 2026 Africa Energy Indaba, held in Cape Town, South Africa on 4 March 2026, where leaders and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss strategies …

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SA confirms participation at Africa Energy Indaba

South Africa’s minister of department of electricity and energy has announced participation at the 2026 Africa Energy Indaba. As the official government host, the Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, together with the Deputy Minister Graham Maré will participate at the 18th annual Africa Energy Indaba. Scheduled to …

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Copper Takes the Lead as Botswana Diamonds Rebrands

Botswana’s mining shift toward energy-transition metals gathered pace this week as junior explorer Botswana Diamonds Plc officially rebranded to Botswana Minerals Plc, signalling a decisive pivot from diamonds to copper and battery-linked minerals. The London AIM and Botswana Stock Exchange-listed company said the name change, effective 27 February 2026, reflects …

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