Why the DRC Remains Africa’s Mining and Energy Frontier
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to stand out as one of Africa’s most promising destinations for investment in mining and energy. With a population of over 113 million
Africa’s Gold Export Leaders in 2025: Five Countries Driving the Continent’s Golden Economy
By Brandon Moss Gold remains one of Africa’s most valuable export commodities, underpinning national economies and shaping global trade flows. In 2025, a combination of long-established producers and rising exporters
RANKED: The World’s Top 20 Copper Mines in 2025
By MiningFocus Africa Staff Writer Global copper markets are entering a period of heightened tension. Prices in London recently hit a 16‑month high, while BHP forecasts demand to rise by
Machinery Imports Surge as Africa Accelerates Industrialization
By Jayden Bagshaw Africa’s import landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, with machinery imports surging to record levels in 2025 as governments and private investors accelerate industrialization across the continent.
Export Events Across Africa Set to Drive Growth in Final Quarter of 2025
By Jayden Bagshaw The final quarter of 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal period for Africa’s export industry, with a series of high-impact expos and trade fairs scheduled
African Mining Week 2025 Highlights Urgent Push for Mineral Beneficiation
By Bradley Riviera African Mining Week 2025, which concluded in Cape Town on October 5, underscored Africa’s determination to move beyond raw mineral extraction and embrace beneficiation as the cornerstone
Côte d’Ivoire Issues 11 New Mining Permits to Accelerate Exploration
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – October 3, 2025 – Côte d’Ivoire has approved 11 new mining exploration permits for gold, cobalt, and copper, reinforcing its ambition to position itself as one
Wits Digimine Develops Innovative Digital Platform To Strengthen Mining-Community Relations
Photography by Jeremy Glyn for SBPR in March 2018. Wits Mining Institute DigiMine facility, sponsored by Sibanye Stillwater at the School of Mining Engineering at Wits. A new digital platform
Building a Better World: Doosan Bobcat Employees Volunteer Across the Globe
Doosan Bobcat Community Days celebrates the power of giving back and the company’s commitment to strengthening communities worldwide. Employees from Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) joined colleagues across
India Deepens Strategic Import Ties with Africa’s Mineral-Rich Economies
New Delhi, India — India has launched a USD 4 billion investment drive to secure critical mineral imports from Africa, targeting lithium, cobalt, and nickel—essential for electric vehicle batteries and