https://www.bizcommunity.com/410/608.html Africa news 15 Mining news - Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/410/608.html en-us Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:29:22 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/eni-dangote-totalenergies-and-more-win-big-at-african-energy-awards-636151a At the 2026 African Energy Awards in Cape Town, the African Energy Chamber recognised key players powering Africa, including Eni’s discoveries in Angola and the Ivory Coast, the Dangote Refinery’s production ramp-up, and TotalEnergies’ Hydra hybrid project in South Africa. 1-272571 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:47:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/anglo-americans-de-beers-exit-close-as-botswana-raises-the-stakes-636171a Anglo American could soon exit De Beers, as a Bloomberg report indicates that the Global Diamond Consortium, the preferred bidder for the diamond producer, is inching closer to sealing a deal with Botswana. This is according to people familiar with the matter. 1-272521 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/sustainable-solutions-driving-industry-transformation-at-electra-mining-africa-301448a Renewable energy, ESG, decarbonisation and environmental innovation are increasingly shaping strategic decision-making across mining, manufacturing and industry. Organisations are seeking to improve energy security, reduce emissions, strengthen supply chain competitiveness and position themselves for long-term sustainable growth. International customers, investors and supply chain partners are also placing greater emphasis on ESG performance, carbon reporting and responsible business practices, making measurable sustainability progress an important competitive advantage. 1-270723 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/unhelpful-government-and-a-lack-of-brand-building-sees-south-african-mining-companies-lose-out-967314a Despite South Africa’s rich history of mining, no South African mining companies appear in the top 50 in the latest Mining, Metals & Minerals 50 2026 report by Brand Finance. 1-270634 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/new-automation-innovations-on-show-at-electra-mining-africa-2026-301818a New emerging innovations are transforming the South African mining, manufacturing, industrial and automation sectors and driving the deployment of advanced technological solutions across operations. Innovations such as mechanisation, automation and digitalisation are improving safety and productivity on mines, production facilities, industrial plants and warehouses. However, to deliver real value, these technologies must be cost-effective and designed to solve practical industry challenges. 1-270543 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/decarbonisation-is-key-to-drc-mining-as-carbon-tax-looms-286087a There is renewed incentive for mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to invigorate their decarbonisation efforts, as the country paves the way for taxing carbon emissions and regulating its carbon trading market. 1-269960 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:28:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/nominations-for-mining-elites-in-africa-2027-are-officially-open-064175a Nominations are now open for Mining Review Africa’s 2027 edition of Mining Elites in Africa. The annual publication invites the mining sector to recognise the companies, projects, and individuals driving excellence throughout Africa’s mining and minerals industry. 1-269757 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ujs-dr-phumzile-mlambo-ngcuka-warns-of-mineral-colonisation-in-africa-844363a While addressing the 2026 Mining Skills Lekgotla held at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, UJ (University of Johannesburg) chancellor Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka highlighted the importance of women in African mining and the dangers of "mineral colonisation". 1-266549 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/gold-fields-damang-gold-mine-lease-is-up-for-grabs-511030a Ghana is assessing three bids from local investors to take over Gold Fields’ Damang gold mine, which requires up to $1bn of investment to revive, the mining regulator told Reuters, nearly a year after the government seized control of the asset. 1-266546 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/natutal-gas-championed-as-africa-transition-fuel-amid-energy-crisis-399948a The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, has made a robust defence for natural gas development, framing it as essential to industrialisation and a “just and realistic energy transition” for the continent. The minister was speaking at the 11th edition of the Africa Gas Forum held on the sidelines of the Africa Energy Indaba in Cape Town. 1-266223 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:58:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Mining Africa