US-Ukraine minerals deal looks better for Kyiv than expected – but Trump is an unpredictable partner: The United States and Ukraine have finally signed a long-awaited agreement on Ukraine’s postwar reconstruction – and, at first reading, the details appear more favourable for Kyiv than many observers expected. At the core of the “economic partnership agreement” …
DRC: history is repeating itself in Lubumbashi as the world scrambles for minerals to go green: Lubumbashi is a city in the mineral-rich Katanga region in the south of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Many people might not have heard of it, but Lubumbashi and its surrounding region have been at the centre of …
The world is rushing to Africa to mine critical minerals like lithium – how the continent should deal with the demand: Global demand for critical minerals, particularly lithium, is growing rapidly to meet clean energy and de-carbonisation objectives. Africa hosts substantial resources of critical minerals. As a result, foreign mining companies are rushing to invest …
Seaweed is high in vitamins and minerals – but that’s not the only reason westerners should eat more of it: Dom O'Neill/Pixabay Edible seaweeds and algae – or sea vegetables – are a group of aquatic plants that are found in the ocean. Kelp, dulse, wakame and sea grapes are all types of seaweeds that …
South Africa in the news: Why China is making a big play for Congolese cobalt – and other critical minerals: A number of Chinese companies have interests in DRC operations mining primary commodities for electric vehicle batteries.: “South Africa” – BingNews Will COVID-19 variants keep getting worse?: The highly contagious Delta variant is now responsible …
South Africa in the news: Underground hazards: Work-related deaths in South Africa’s mines rose 33% in the past six months — Minerals Council: By 5 July, South Africa’s mining sector had recorded 32 deaths so far in 2021, compared with 24 in the same period last year. Despite the spike, the overall trend remains in …
South Africa in the news: Copper play Orion Minerals chases m top up: Petra Capital was in the market with a $ 25 million placement for ASX-listed copper play Orion Minerals on Tuesday morning.: “South Africa” – BingNews Despite Covid, the completion of the Australian Open was a triumph for sport: The recently completed Australian …
South Africa in the news: Copper play Orion Minerals chases m top up: Petra Capital was in the market with a $ 25 million placement for ASX-listed copper play Orion Minerals on Tuesday morning.: “South Africa” – BingNews Something different to do in Taiwan: farm stay gives glimpse of tribal life, from planting crops to …
South Africa in the news: Minerals Council bemoans downgrades, asks for urgency in action: The Minerals Council South Africa has expressed its concern about the sovereign ratings downgrades by agencies Moody’s and Fitch on November 20, which pushed South Africa deeper into “junk territory”.: “South Africa” – BingNews 10 South African roads which bring the …
South Africa in the news: Orion Minerals hits Prieska regional targets with high-impact exploration drilling: The company believes there is strong potential to grow planned production and extend mine life, both within and surrounding tenements at …: “South Africa” – BingNews WBBL preview: Lanning returns as Stars set to shine: Meg Lanning leads a trio …
South Africa in the news: Cleaner coal tech to help South Africa reduce emissions, says Minerals Council: Coal is integral to South Africa, economically and socially, and will continue to play a pivotal role for many years to come; therefore, technology and innovation in the industry should be pursued to …: “South Africa” – BingNews …
South Africa in the news: Proactive news headlines: Amur Minerals, Gaming Realms, Polarean Imaging, Belvoir Group: Amur Minerals Corporation ( LON:AMC) told investors it has received the first interest payment from its Nathan River Resources (NRR) investment. In late August, the company announced a deal to invest …: “South Africa” – BingNews Chris Robshaw to …
The way that minerals are mined affects conflict in eastern Congo: An artisanal mine Fairphone/Flickr Strong evidence links the mining of minerals to local conflict in several African countries. This is because minerals are prized by rebel groups and are a source of their financing. Examples include the “blood diamonds” that were used to finance …
Trump is right on Congo’s minerals, but for all the wrong reasons: A prospector prepares to pan for gold in South Kivu in 2014. Many informal miners faced tough choices as US regulations turned life upside down. Reuters/Kenny Katombe A few weeks ago a British newspaper leaked the draft of an executive order proposing the …