World’s Top 50 Mining Companies Reach $2.17 Trillion in Market Value
The world’s largest publicly traded mining companies continued their strong recovery in 2026, with the combined market capitalisation of the Top 50 reaching $2.17 trillion at the end of July,
Zambia’s Copper Ambitions Face Crucial Election Test as Mining Sector Eyes 3 Million-Tonne Future
As Zambia prepares for next week’s general elections, the country’s mining industry is looking beyond the political contest to the future of one of Africa’s most important copper sectors. With
Smarter Technologies Drive the Next Phase of Industrial Growth
South African mining, manufacturing and industrial businesses are under increasing pressure to improve productivity, strengthen safety, reduce operating costs and remain globally competitive. At the same time, rapid advances in
Zambia Tightens Copper Export Rules To Drive Local Manufacturing
Zambia is stepping up efforts to capture greater value from its mineral resources by restricting exports of unrefined copper and encouraging international investors to establish local processing and manufacturing facilities.
South Africa’s Coal Exports Gain Momentum As Richards Bay Recovery Continues
South Africa’s coal export industry is showing renewed signs of recovery as improving rail performance enables higher export volumes through the Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT), one of the world’s
Engineering Partnership Delivers Longer Life for Vibrating Feeders in Mining
OST-Africa works closely with mining equipment manufacturers to improve the reliability and service life of vibrating feeders, through a combination of premium VISAM vibrating motors, specialised rubber mounting technology and
Zijin Mining Expands Critical Minerals Transport Route Through Tanzania
Golden Voyage 2 vessel at the Kigoma port during the ceremony Chinese mining giant Zijin Mining has strengthened its African logistics network by launching four new cargo vessels on Lake
Ghana’s Proposed Mining Law Reforms Signal Major Industry Changes
Ghana is preparing to introduce its most significant mining law reforms in nearly two decades, with proposed legislation expected to reshape how mining companies operate in one of Africa’s largest
Dangote Refinery Begins Fuel Exports Across Africa to Strengthen Regional Energy Supply
LAGOS, Nigeria – Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery has commenced exports of refined petroleum products to several African countries, marking a major milestone for the continent’s energy sector and reinforcing Africa’s growing