Botswana Mining Review Comprehensive Coverage of the Progress and Achievements in the Mining Sector

VICTORIA FALLS—The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is set to pivot from regional dialogue to industrial implementation as it prepares to host the 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week (SEW) from February 23 to 27. Hosted at the Elephant Hills Resort, the high-level summit arrives at a critical juncture for the …

A shift beyond diamonds is taking shape at Botswana Diamonds after the company was awarded eight prospecting licences spanning about 7 000 km² in north-western Botswana, opening the door to potential copper and gold exploration. The licences, valid until 31 December 2028, were selected following an extensive AI-driven analysis of …

Caledonia Mining Corporation is accelerating its growth strategy with a planned $132 million investment in 2026 to advance development of the Bilboes gold project in Zimbabwe, positioning the asset as a future cornerstone of the company’s portfolio. The proposed spend sits within a broader $162.5 million capital expenditure programme, subject …

By:KEVIN DUBE The ethically sourced artisanal diamonds by GemFair have entered the luxury jewellery market for the first time through a capsule collection launched with De Beers London, marking a milestone in efforts to formalise the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The collaboration translates traceability and responsible sourcing into …

LiuGong will return to Mining Indaba 2026 with a clear message for Africa’s mining sector, that sustainability and productivity no longer have to be trade-offs. Building on strong engagement at last year’s event, the global equipment manufacturer will use the Cape Town gathering from 9 to 12 February to highlight …